MONDAY, April 10, 2006
The Senate Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee met Monday afternoon, and heard several bills of importance on a wide range on issues.
Sponsored by Senator Bill Alter, SB 1250 addresses many issues regarding illegal aliens. From admission to school programs, colleges and government assistance; SB 1250 goes a long way to encourage people to enter our state legally.
Also on the docket was HB 1026, which is some clean up legislation for the funeral protest law passed earlier this year. The colorful testimony in opposition to HB 1026 was dominated by the funeral protesters themselves (what a reminder for why legislation like this is necessary).
Representative Mike McGhee introduced HB 1617; which would help protect landowners from frivolous lawsuits. HB 1617 promotes personal responsibility; while setting the law on the homeowners side. When people (who you may, or may not have invited onto your property) come onto your land and engages in "recreational" activities, and hurt themselves; you could be held liable for their actions. HB 1617 helps narrow this loophole.
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