Civil procedure; statute of limitations for medical malpractice; extending to three years; effective date.

Summary

The bill changes the state’s medical‑malpractice statute of limitations, keeping the two‑year limit for injuries that occurred before Nov. 1, 2026, but lengthening it to three years for injuries that arise on or after that date. It applies to lawsuits against any licensed physician, health‑care provider, or hospital. The change aims to give patients more time to discover and act on injuries.

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