AG Paxton Joins Letter Urging Congress to Protect Businesses from Baseless Lawsuits as the Economy Reopens

AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton today joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general urging Congress to implement liability protections for businesses, manufacturers of personal protective equipment, first responders, healthcare workers, healthcare facilities, and members of law enforcement, among others. The States also requested that those liability protections extend to all businesses and non-profit organizations that work in good faith to comply with guidance provided by government authorities as the nation’s economy begins to restart.  

“The need for stable and predictable law has never been greater. A common-sense framework is necessary to provide liability protections as we restart our economy safely and appropriately in the midst of this health crisis,” said Attorney General Paxton. “Businesses need clearly defined expectations for safe operations, while also being protected from baseless COVID-related claims while operating in good faith. Criminal penalties, regulatory fines and agency oversight must be reserved to stop those who recklessly inflict harm, and civil lawsuits should be available for any citizens hurt by those actually acting with disregard for safety.”  

Read a copy of the letter here.  

For information and guidelines on the safe and strategic reopening of Texas, please visit the Texas Department of State Health Services website.