This bill amends section 13-910 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska to expand the scope of the Political Subdivisions Tort Claims Act by allowing tort claims related to child abuse or sexual assault of a child. The new language specifies that claims arising from these acts can be pursued if they are a proximate result of a political subdivision's failure to exercise reasonable care in controlling a person in their charge or protecting a person in their care from harm caused by a non-employee actor. This addition aims to hold political subdivisions accountable for negligence in situations involving child safety.

Additionally, the bill harmonizes existing provisions and repeals the original section 13-910. It clarifies that the exceptions to the act's applicability now include claims related to child abuse or sexual assault, thereby ensuring that victims have a legal avenue for recourse against political subdivisions when such incidents occur due to negligence. The changes reflect a commitment to enhancing protections for children and addressing the responsibilities of political entities in safeguarding vulnerable populations.

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Introduced: 13-910