Event Brief
Catholic Church Can Be Sued for Priest Actions
Filed: Feb 18, 2026 at 1:03 AM ET
Summary: Victoria's upper house passes a bill allowing lawsuits against the Catholic Church for priest misconduct.
WHO: Victorian Government
WHAT: Bill allowing lawsuits against the Catholic Church
WHEN: Feb 18, 2026 at 12:05 AM ET
WHERE: Victoria
WHY: To reverse a High Court decision
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