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SJR 6 would waive sovereign immunity for constitutional-rights claims, backers say
State Agencies & Governmental Affairs — Senate · March 30, 2023
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Summary
SJR 6 would eliminate sovereign immunity in constitutional-rights cases and let the legislature waive immunity for other claims, proponents argued the change would improve accountability and access to courts while opponents warned of increased litigation and fiscal exposure.
Little Rock — The committee heard lengthy testimony supporting SJR 6, a proposed constitutional amendment to limit sovereign immunity.
Senator Allen Clark and Professor Josh Silverstein explained SJR 6 would eliminate sovereign immunity for constitutional-rights claims and permit the…
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