A proposed bill in the Maryland General Assembly, introduced by Del. C.T. Wilson, aims to establish a filing deadline for child sex abuse claims against the state under the Child Victims Act of 2023. The bill sets a deadline of Jan. 1, 2026, for victims to initiate lawsuits against the state government, but does not include provisions for suits against non-state institutions. Wilson, a child sex abuse survivor himself, emphasized that the legislation is not intended to bankrupt the state, but rather to address the issue of child sex abuse cases. The bill also aims to establish a victims’ fund, although this was not included in the initial draft. Wilson stated that the bill is the beginning of the legislative process and that he intends to make further changes to it. Attorneys representing over 4,000 alleged child sex abuse cases have been unable to reach a settlement agreement with Maryland officials, highlighting the complexity of the issue. The bill is scheduled for its initial committee hearing on Feb. 20, and the discussion around it underscores the importance of addressing child sex abuse cases and raising public awareness of potential predators. Spotlight on Maryland, a joint venture by FOX45 News and The Baltimore Sun, has been closely following this issue and reporting on the latest developments.
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