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Utah Senate delays liability‑limit bill after broad concerns about scope and redress
Summary
Senators circled (paused) second substitute House Bill 330, which would create an affirmative defense for entities acting under governmental authorization, after multiple lawmakers warned the language could bar lawsuits by families harmed in congregate care and other non‑energy settings.
Senate leaders moved to 'circle' — set aside for further drafting — second substitute House Bill 330 on Friday after senators from both parties warned the bill, as written, could be broader than intended and might limit victims' access to the courts.
Sponsor Senator Winterton framed the bill around energy‑sector examples, saying it would protect businesses that “acted in good…
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