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AL HB53
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Rolanda Hollis
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AI Summary
- Proposes an amendment to Section 95 of the Alabama Constitution of 2022 to create an exception allowing the Legislature to revive time-barred legal claims related to child sexual abuse
- Currently, the Alabama Constitution prohibits the Legislature from reviving any right or remedy that has become barred by statutes of limitations
- Would enable future legislation to reopen the filing window for civil lawsuits by survivors of childhood sexual abuse whose claims have expired
- Requires approval by a majority of qualified voters in a statewide election before taking effect
- Sponsored by Representative Hollis and referred to the Children and Senior Advocacy Committee; first read January 13, 2026
Legislative Description
Child sexual abuse; Legislature authorized to revive lapsed rights or remedies, constitutional amendment
Constitutional Amendments Statewide
Last Action
Pending House Children and Senior Advocacy
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Children and Senior Advocacy1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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