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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 56) as relates to making uniform certain aspects of mediation. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to make certain aspects of mediation uniform across the state. It establishes a "Uniform Mediation Act" that defines key terms like "mediation," "mediation communication," and "mediator." The bill sets forth provisions regarding the confidentiality and privilege of mediation communications, the disclosure requirements for mediators, and the participation of attorneys or other representatives in mediation. The bill also specifies that it modifies, limits, or supersedes the federal Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act, and encourages uniformity in its application across states that enact it.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5081 (on 11/12/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H60 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H60.pdf |
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