SB 443, Claims Against Promoters and Organizers of Unpermitted Events

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Bill Sponsor

Sen. Ben Watson
District 1

This bill applies to any event hosted by a promoter or organizer that is not properly permitted by the appropriate local governing authority, that results in a public nuisance that impedes travel by public safety officials or employees of local, state, or federal governments. It allows for local governing authorities to file a complaint on behalf of the public and be reimbursed by the promoter or organizer of all expenses incurred by a local governing authority associated with public safety. 

Last Updated: 2/8/2024
Subject Area: Public Safety
Resources: bill text
BILL STATUS
4/8/2024 - Act 374 4/8/2024 - Date Signed by Governor

Votes

3/5/2024 House Vote #663 Yea - 163 Nay - 4 Not Voting - 7 Excused - 6
2/15/2024 Senate Vote #503 Yea - 47 Nay - 1 Not Voting - 3 Excused - 5

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