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MS SB2133

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Bradford Blackmon

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the cap on noneconomic damages (pain, suffering, emotional distress, etc.) from $1,000,000 to $2,000,000 for civil actions other than medical malpractice cases
  • Medical malpractice noneconomic damage cap remains unchanged at $500,000
  • Legislative findings cite 67.02% cumulative inflation since 2004, when the original caps were established, with the dollar losing significant purchasing power
  • Juries will not be informed of the damage caps; judges must reduce any award exceeding the limits after verdict
  • Effective date is July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Civil actions; increase the noneconomic damages limitation other than medical malpractice.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary, Division A1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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