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ID S1131

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/22/2011

Primary Sponsor

Unknown

Origin

Senate

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 6-904B, Idaho Code, to add a new exception to governmental liability for decisions, acts, or omissions relating to the operation of impoundments, ditches, canals, drains, or conduits used for irrigating or drainage purposes.

  • Governmental entities and their employees remain protected from liability when acting within the scope of employment without malice, criminal intent, gross negligence, or reckless and willful conduct under the existing nine enumerated exceptions.

  • Makes technical corrections to the existing exceptions, including renumbering subsection (9) and clarifying language regarding inspection duties and permit/license issuance decisions.

Legislative Description

Amends existing law relating to the Idaho Tort Claims Act to provide an exception to governmental liability.

TORT CLAIMS ACT

Last Action

to Jud

2/23/2011

Committee Referrals

Judiciary and Rules2/23/2011

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