Clarifies that punitive damages may not be awarded against public entities or public employees acting within the scope of their employment in any action.

S 3315 clarifies that public entities (like government agencies) and public employees acting within their official duties cannot be held liable for punitive damages in any legal case. This bill amends New Jersey law (specifically P.L.1995, c.142 and P.L.1945, c.169) to explicitly state that punitive damages - intended to punish wrongdoing - may not be awarded against these public entities or employees. The key mechanism is a direct prohibition added to existing statutes, ensuring such cases cannot seek punitive damages even if compensatory damages are awarded. This applies to all actions involving public employees or entities acting in their official capacity.