Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 18 - 8.
Government Operations and PoliticsAdministrative law and regulatory proceduresGovernment information and archivesJudicial procedure and administrationLegal fees and court costsCivil actions and liabilityAdministrative remediesJudicial review and appealsGovernment liabilityAlternative dispute resolution, mediation, arbitration
Why This Matters
This bill aims to make the process of settling lawsuits against government agencies more transparent and fair. It allows affected individuals and governments to have a say in regulatory actions that impact them.
If you are affected by government regulations, you may have more opportunities to voice your concerns in legal actions.
Who this affects
Individuals · Local governments
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill requires agencies to publish notices of lawsuits and complaints online within 15 days.
2It limits how quickly agencies can enter into consent decrees or settlement agreements.
3The bill allows more people to join lawsuits if they are affected by agency actions.
4It ensures that state and local governments can intervene in lawsuits that impact their interests.
