Overview: S 2146, "Repeals and reenacts provisions on time limitations on certain actions against professional engineers, architects, other designers and construction contractors; repealer", was introduced on June 24, 2025. The bill's status is PRINT NUMBER 2146A.
Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose of S 2146 is to revise the statute of limitations for legal actions against professional engineers, architects, and other construction industry designers and contractors. The bill aims to provide clarity and consistency in the time frames for filing such claims.
Key Provisions:
- Repeals the existing statute of limitations for actions against professional engineers, architects, and other designers
- Reenacts new time limitations, including a 10-year statute of repose and a 4-year statute of limitations for actions related to the design, planning, supervision, or construction of an improvement to real property
- Specifies exceptions and extensions to the time limitations, such as for latent defects or fraudulent concealment
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would primarily impact professional engineers, architects, designers, and construction contractors by providing more defined and consistent time frames for potential legal actions against their work. Individuals or entities seeking to file claims related to construction projects would also be affected by the revised statutes of limitations.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: S 2146 is currently in the legislative process, with the PRINT NUMBER 2146A status. The next step would be for the bill to undergo further committee review and potential floor votes in the state legislature.