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HB 12 In Committee

RELATING TO TORT LIABILITY.

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Clarifies that persons who enter private property for recreational purposes have no cause of action, unless exempted under law. Requires courts to award attorneys' fees and costs to landowners if plaintiffs bring unreasonable actions. Establishes, as a matter of law, that persons participating in outdoor recreational activities accept the inherent risks, dangers, or hazards in the activities. Clarifies the definitions for "recreational purpose" and "recreational user".

Chamber
House
Introduced
Jan 9, 2025
Last action
Jan 9, 2025 — Prefiled.
Session
2026
Momentum
29 · Low