Relates to attorneys' fees in class actions
This bill modifies how courts handle attorney fees in successful class action lawsuits, allowing judges to award additional fees to class representatives beyond what is already permitted. It applies to both new cases filed after the law takes effect and any cases currently pending when the bill becomes law. The change gives courts discretion to provide extra compensation to individuals who led the class action based on the value of their legal services, with the option to recover these fees from the opposing party if justice requires.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 16, 2026
Last action Mar 16, 2026
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Mar 16, 2026
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REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Party
State
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Kristen Gonzalez
DDemocratic/Working Families
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