S 1389: POLLING PLACES – Amends existing law to limit liability for owners of property used as a polling place.
S 1389 status: Enacted — Signed by Governor on 04/02/26 Session Law Chapter 288 Effective: 07/01/2026 (updated Apr 2, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialPOLLING PLACES – Amends existing law to limit liability for owners of property used as a polling place.. Currently in Senate.
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- no material impact identified
Risks
- no material impact identified
Economy
Benefits
- reduces legal liability insurance requirements for property owners
- lowers barriers for private businesses to participate in civic functions
Risks
- shifts potential litigation costs to injured parties rather than property owners
Society
Benefits
- may increase the number of available polling locations
- supports efficient election administration
Risks
- could create challenges for individuals seeking legal recourse for injuries sustained at polling sites
How trustworthy & consequential it is
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OpenStates
Confidence
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Analysis status
OpenStates summary
citizens may face higher hurdles when seeking compensation for premises-liability incidents at polling places
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