MA H4199

Eliminates the statute of limitations for civil actions alleging sexual abuse of a minor, allowing claims to be filed at any time after the abuse occurred

Revives previously time-barred childhood sexual abuse claims, providing a 2-year window from the Act's effective date to file cases that were previously dismissed or expired

Applies to both individual perpetrators and institutional defendants (public, private, or charitable) for negligent supervision, vicarious liability, and related claims

Removes damage caps for childhood sexual abuse claims against charitable organizations and public entities under the Massachusetts Tort Claims Act

Eliminates immunity protections that would otherwise shield certain defendants from childhood sexual abuse claims, including actions brought under Title IX (20 U.S.C. §§1681-1688)