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SB295Introduced in the Senate

Civil Actions - Immunity - Disclosure of Allegations of Sexually Assaultive Behavior (Stop Silencing Survivors Act)

IntroducedSenate Judicial Proceedings

Introduced by Sara Love, District 16

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Establishing an immunity from liability for a person who discloses information about allegations of sexually assaultive behavior if the person acts in good faith; establishing a presumption of good faith unless it is shown by a preponderance of the evidence that the person acted with actual malice or intentionally or recklessly disclosed false information; providing for the award of attorney's fees and costs in certain circumstances; etc.

Where it stands

Hearing 2/03 at 2:00 p.m.

January 27, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

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Bill history

  1. First Reading Judicial Proceedings

  2. Hearing 2/03 at 1:00 p.m.

  3. Hearing canceled

  4. Hearing 2/03 at 2:00 p.m.

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