The bill aims to enhance legal remedies for survivors of childhood sexual abuse by amending various sections of the General Laws. Notably, it allows civil actions alleging sexual abuse of a minor to be initiated at any time after the abuse occurred, removing previous time limitations. Additionally, it revives claims that were previously barred due to expired statutes of limitations or failure to file a notice of claim, permitting these actions to be commenced within two years of the bill's effective date. The bill also clarifies that claims related to negligent supervision contributing to sexual abuse are treated similarly, ensuring that survivors have the opportunity to seek justice regardless of previous legal barriers.

Furthermore, the bill eliminates limitations on damages for claims of sexual abuse of a minor and negligent supervision, ensuring that survivors can pursue full compensation without caps that may have previously applied. It also specifies that immunity provisions for organizations and individuals do not apply to claims of child sexual abuse, reinforcing accountability. Overall, the legislation seeks to provide a more supportive legal framework for survivors, allowing them to pursue justice without the constraints of previous legal limitations.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 260-4C, 231-85K, 258-2, 277-63