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H7749Introduced in the House

Repeals the collateral source rule in medical malpractice actions.

IntroducedHouse Judiciary

Introduced by Robert Craven, District 32

What does this bill do?

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Official description

COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- EVIDENCE - Repeals the collateral source rule in medical malpractice actions.

Where it stands

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

February 26, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to House Judiciary

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/26/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

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