S08500Introduced in the Senate
Establishes a right of action for the deprivation of constitutional rights; provides for compensatory damages, punitive damages, injunctive and declaratory relief, and reasonable attorney's fees.
Introduced by Zellnor Myrie, District 20
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Establishes a right of action for the deprivation of constitutional rights; provides for compensatory damages, punitive damages, injunctive and declaratory relief, and reasonable attorney's fees.
Where it stands
PRINT NUMBER 8500B
February 9, 2026
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Bill history
REFERRED TO RULES
AMEND (T) AND RECOMMIT TO RULES
PRINT NUMBER 8500A
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AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO CODES
PRINT NUMBER 8500B
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