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TX HB939
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Cody Vasut
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AI Summary
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Caps noneconomic damages (such as pain and suffering) in personal injury lawsuits at the greater of five times the economic damages or $5 million per claimant
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Applies the damage cap to all defendants in personal injury claims, limiting their civil liability for noneconomic damages
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Requires a three-fifths supermajority vote in both the Texas House and Senate for the bill to take effect, as authorized under the Texas Constitution
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Applies only to personal injury actions filed on or after the effective date; does not affect pending lawsuits
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Takes effect January 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Relating to a liability limit for noneconomic damages for personal injury claims.
Civil Remedies & Liabilities
Last Action
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
3/6/2025