A bill to amend the Revised Statutes to codify the defense of qualified immunity in the case of any action under section 1979, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill S 122

Bill 119 s 122 aims to amend the Revised Statutes to officially establish the defense of qualified immunity in cases involving section 1979. This bill seeks to provide clarity and consistency in the application of qualified immunity in legal proceedings. Qualified immunity is a legal doctrine that shields government officials from being held personally liable for constitutional violations unless they have violated clearly established law.

The bill also includes provisions for other purposes, which may include further defining the parameters of qualified immunity and outlining specific circumstances in which it can be invoked. This legislation is significant as it addresses a contentious issue in the legal system and seeks to provide a framework for how qualified immunity should be applied in cases involving government officials.

Overall, Bill 119 s 122 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to codify the defense of qualified immunity and provide guidance on its application in legal proceedings. It is important for lawmakers and legal professionals to carefully consider the implications of this bill and how it may impact the rights of individuals seeking justice in cases involving government officials.

Current Status of Bill S 122

Bill S 122 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 16, 2025. Bill S 122 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 16, 2025.  Bill S 122's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 16, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 122

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
17
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
17
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 122

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 122

A bill to amend the Revised Statutes to codify the defense of qualified immunity in the case of any action under section 1979, and for other purposes.A bill to amend the Revised Statutes to codify the defense of qualified immunity in the case of any action under section 1979, and for other purposes.
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