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H7200Introduced in the House

Amends what is considered sexual abuse for purposes of limitations on actions based on sexual abuse or exploitation of a child and would amend the provisions for when a cause of action may be brought.

Passed

Introduced by Hagan McEntee, District 33

What does this bill do?

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Official description

COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- CAUSES OF ACTION - Amends what is considered sexual abuse for purposes of limitations on actions based on sexual abuse or exploitation of a child and would amend the provisions for when a cause of action may be brought.

Where it stands

Signed by Governor

June 11, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

House votes

3 recorded votes · each counted separately

Senate votes

3 recorded votes · each counted separately

HouseStage: Passage In Concurrence · June 8, 2026

69

Yes

4

No

2

Absent or Not Voting

75 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to House Judiciary

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/12/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

  4. Scheduled for consideration (04/02/2026)

  5. Committee recommends passage

  6. Placed on House Calendar (04/07/2026)

  7. House read and passed

  8. Referred to Senate Judiciary

  9. Scheduled for consideration (06/03/2026)

  10. Proposed Substitute

  11. Committee recommends passage of Sub A

  12. Placed on Senate Calendar (06/03/2026)

  13. Senate passed Sub A

  14. Placed on House Calendar (06/08/2026)

  15. House passed Sub A in concurrence

  16. Transmitted to Governor

  17. Signed by Governor

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