Government
Oct. 2, 2026
Newsom signs limits on older childhood sexual abuse claims
On his final day of signing bills as governor, Gavin Newsom approved SB 577, tightening rules for some older childhood sexual abuse claims against public entities amid warnings that mounting liabilities threaten schools and local governments.
On his final day of signing bills as California governor, Gavin Newsom approved legislation limiting some older childhood sexual abuse claims against public entities, handing local governments and school districts a major victory after they warned mounting liabilities threatened their financial stability.
SB 577 raises the burden of proof for some claims, eliminates treble damages and limits liability exposure. It also adds safeguards intended to deter fraudulent claims while pres...
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