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119-s-1913119th Congress
Ending Qualified Immunity Act
Sponsored By: Senator Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Introduced
Summary
This bill would _end qualified immunity for government officials_ under Section 1979 (42 U.S.C. 1983) and restore broader civil remedies for constitutional violations. It targets the judicially created defenses that have limited victims' ability to recover damages for rights violations.
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Easier lawsuits against police and officials
If enacted, this bill would bar common qualified immunity defenses in civil rights lawsuits under 42 U.S.C. 1983. Plaintiffs could more easily sue government officials and police. Defendants could not argue they acted in good faith, believed the conduct lawful, that the right was not clearly established, or that the law was unclear. The rule would apply to actions pending on, or filed after, the date of enactment.
Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
MA • D
Cosponsors
Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]
MA • D
Sponsored 5/22/2025
Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT]
VT • I
Sponsored 5/22/2025
Roll Call Votes
No roll call votes available for this bill.
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