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LD 1660

An Act Creating A Private Right Of Action Against A Government Employer

132nd Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Mark Babin and 9 co-sponsors

Bill would allow employees to sue government employers directly, but died in Judiciary Committee when legislators voted against passage in May 2025.

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
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Bill Summary · LD 1660

Legislative bill overview

LD 1660 would have created a private right of action allowing individuals to sue government employers directly for alleged violations or wrongful conduct. The bill died in committee when the Judiciary Committee voted "Ought Not to Pass" (ONTP) on May 9, 2025, and was subsequently placed in legislative files as dead.

Why is this important

Government employer accountability is a significant policy area. Currently, individuals typically must pursue remedies through administrative processes, workers' compensation systems, or limited tort claims against the state. Expanding private lawsuits against government employers would fundamentally alter how employment disputes are resolved and could increase litigation costs for public agencies and impact government budgets.

Potential points of contention

  • Sovereign immunity doctrine: Government entities traditionally have limited liability exposure; this bill would reduce protections that allow public agencies to operate without constant litigation threat
  • Financial impact on public budgets: Increased lawsuits against government employers could drain municipal and state resources from services to cover litigation and damages
  • Scope ambiguity: The bill's specific provisions governing which violations qualify, damage caps, and procedural requirements were not detailed in available records, raising questions about enforceability and predictability

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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