SB1638Introduced in the Senate
Governmental Tort Claims Act; modifying definition; authorizing award of certain costs and fees. Effective date.
Introduced by Tom Woods, District 4
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Governmental Tort Claims Act; modifying definition; authorizing award of certain costs and fees. Effective date.
Where it stands
Coauthored by Representative Lepak (principal House author)
February 19, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate: Judiciary Committee: DO PASS · February 10, 2026
7
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
7 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Todd Gollihare | 12 | Yes |
| Lisa Standridge | 15 | Yes |
| Mary Boren | 16 | Yes |
| Shane Jett | 17 | Yes |
| Darcy Jech | 26 | Yes |
| Brent Howard | 38 | Yes |
| Michael Brooks | 44 | Yes |
Bill history
First Reading
Authored by Senator Woods
Second Reading referred to Judiciary
Reported Do Pass Judiciary committee; CR filed
Placed on General Order
Coauthored by Representative Lepak (principal House author)
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