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MA H3442
MA H3442Relative to the award of attorney’s fees, staff time, costs and expenses in code enforcement matters
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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
Relative to the awarding of attorney’s fees, staff time, costs and expenses in code enforcement matters. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill allows any governmental unit or entity, such as a city, town, state agency, or department, to petition a court or agency for an award of attorney's fees, reimbursement for staff time, costs, and other expenses related to an enforcement action filed by the governmental entity seeking to enforce laws, rules, or regulations within its jurisdiction. The bill provides that these sums may be awarded either as part of any general or specific relief granted or specifically for that purpose.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (5)
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/H3442 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3442.pdf |
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