SB260 Alabama 2014 Session
In Committee
Bill Summary
Sponsors
Session
Regular Session 2014
Title
Local governmental entities, counties, municipalities and political subdivisions, employees included in definition of government entity, Sec. 11-93-1 am'd.
Description
Under existing law, the definition of a "governmental entity" for the purpose of tort claims and judgments against local governmental entities does not specifically include employees acting within the line and scope of their duties on behalf of the entity
This bill would specify that employees acting within the line and scope of their duties are included in the definition of "governmental entity" for tort claims and judgments against local governmental entities
To amend Section 11-93-1, Code of Alabama 1975, relating to tort claims and judgments against local governmental entities; to specifically include employees acting within the line and scope of their official duties within the definition of "governmental entity."
Subjects
Civil Procedure
Bill Actions
| Action Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| January 22, 2014 | S | Read for the first time and referred to the Senate committee on Judiciary |
Bill Text
Bill Documents
| Type | Link |
|---|---|
| Bill Text | SB260 Alabama 2014 Session - Introduced |