HB1314
Civil action for deprivation of rights; liability of persons acting under color of law.
Status:
In House
Latest Action:
Jan. 28, 2026
House: Continued to next session in Courts of Justice (Voice Vote)
Chief Patron:
Michelle Maldonado (D)
Session:
2026 Regular Session
Summary
As Introduced. Civil action for deprivation of rights; liability of persons acting under color of law.
Creates a state civil cause of action for violations of rights guaranteed by the constitutions or laws of the United States and the Commonwealth. The bill provides that a person acting under color of law who deprives an individual of such rights and any supervisor of such person who is ... (More) responsible for directing or overseeing such person's conduct shall be liable to such individual for compensatory damages, punitive damages, equitable relief, and reasonable attorney fees and costs. (Less)-
Bill History
- 01/16/2026 - House: Presented and ordered printed 26104481D
- 01/16/2026 - House: Referred to Committee for Courts of Justice
- 01/28/2026 - House: Placed on Courts of Justice Agenda
- 01/28/2026 - House: Continued to next session in Courts of Justice (Voice Vote)
