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AL HB108

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Donna Givens

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the statute of limitations for civil actions against actual alleged perpetrators of sex offenses to either 20 years after termination of the victim's disability (minority or unsoundness of mind) or 2 years after the perpetrator's criminal conviction or guilty plea, whichever is greater

  • Tolls (pauses) the limitations period during any criminal prosecution of the underlying sex offense, beginning on the date of indictment, presentment, or information

  • Allows victims to file civil suits regardless of their age at the time the action is commenced

  • Limits the extended statute of limitations to actions against the actual alleged perpetrator only, excluding claims against other parties under respondeat superior or other vicarious liability theories

  • Effective date: October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Civil procedure; statute of limitations for civil actions involving certain sex offenses, further provided for

Civil Procedure

Last Action

Pending House Judiciary

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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