Honorable Tom Craddick, Speaker of the House, House of Representatives
FROM:
John Keel, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB3248 by Callegari (Relating to liability of the state and certain political subdivisions for certain recreational activities.), As Passed 2nd House
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill amends Section 75.002(e), (f), and (g) of the Civil Practices and Remedies Code relating to liability of the state and certain political subdivisions for certain recreational activities and only if the activities take place on premises owned, operated, or maintained by the state or a municipality or county.The bill would limit the liability for damages arising directly from hockey, in-line hockey, skating, in-line skating, roller-skating, skateboarding, and roller-blading activities except for gross negligence or acts conducted in bad faith or with malicious intent.The bill requires these premises to post and maintain a clearly readable sign in a clearly visible location on or near the premises.The Act takes effect September 1, 2003 and applies only to a cause of action that accrues on or after the effective date of the Act.
Local Government Impact
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated. Counties may see savings in liability insurance premiums and costs to print, post, and maintain warning signs, but these savings and costs are not expected to be significant.