SB260 Alabama 2014 Session

Under existing law, the definition of a "governmental entity" for the purpose of tort claims and judgments against local governmental entities does not specifically include employees acting within the line and scope of their duties on behalf of the entity.

This bill would specify that employees acting within the line and scope of their duties are included in the definition of "governmental entity" for tort claims and judgments against local governmental entities.

To amend Section 11-93-1, Code of Alabama 1975, relating to tort claims and judgments against local governmental entities; to specifically include employees acting within the line and scope of their official duties within the definition of "governmental entity."