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ME LD1348
Bill
AI Summary
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Increases the damages cap under the Maine Tort Claims Act from $400,000 to $5,000,000 for negligence claims involving school field trips
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Defines "field trip" as an excursion by elementary or secondary school students to a location away from school for educational or recreational purposes
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Excludes sporting events, extracurricular activities, club events, and other activities with inherent risk of physical injury from the field trip definition
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Applies the higher damages limit to negligent acts or omissions in the planning, transportation, administration, supervision, or execution of field trips
Legislative Description
An Act to Increase the Limit on Damages Under the Maine Tort Claims Act for Negligence Involving School Field Trips
Torts
Last Action
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
4/29/2025