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Committee sends RS32481 to print to expand state tort remedy for speech and religion claims
Summary
The Senate Judiciary & Rules Committee voted to print RS32481, a resolution from Senator Ben Toews that would expand state tort remedies to cover alleged deprivations of freedom of speech and freedom of religion; some senators urged caution and noted overlap with federal law (42 U.S.C. §1983).
The Senate Judiciary & Rules Committee voted to send RS32481 to print, a resolution sponsored by Senator Ben Toews that would amend the state Tort Claims Act to provide a state‑court remedy for alleged violations of freedom of speech and freedom of religion.
In presenting the resolution, Senator Ben Toews said the change would allow people whose First Amendment rights are violated to seek recourse in state court rather than relying solely on federal courts.…
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