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This bill, titled the Anti-Lawfare Law, proposes adding a new section (604.50) to the Minnesota Statutes. It states that if a government entity (defined as either a state agency or a municipality) initiates a legal action against a person (excluding government entities) and loses the case, the government entity must pay all defense costs incurred by the person. These costs include attorney fees, disbursements, and other expenses. The bill also clarifies that it does not limit any other legal remedies available to the person being sued.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
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February 26, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
February 26, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
February 26, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Referred to | Judiciary and Public Safety |
February 26, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Judiciary and Public Safety |