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FL S2060

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/27/2010

Primary Sponsor

Michael Bennett

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Origin

Senate

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the per-person tort liability limit for claims against the state and its agencies from $100,000 to $200,000
  • Increases the aggregate liability limit per incident from $200,000 to $300,000 for all claims arising from the same occurrence
  • Allows judgments exceeding these limits to be reported to the Legislature but requires legislative action for payment beyond the caps
  • Permits the state to settle claims within insurance coverage limits without additional legislative approval
  • Takes effect October 1, 2011 and applies to all claims arising on or after that date

Legislative Description

Sovereign Immunity [SPSC]

Last Action

Approved by Governor -SJ 00921; Chapter No. 2010-26

4/27/2010

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/1/2010

Full Bill Text

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