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MA H1551

MA H1551
Relative to the award of attorney’s fees, staff time, costs and expenses in code enforcement matters


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Introduced
01/20/2015
In Committee
01/20/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016

Introduced Session

189th 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 proposes to amend Chapter 40 of the General Laws to allow any governmental unit or entity, such as a city, town, or state agency, to request reimbursement for attorney's fees, staff time, costs, and other expenses incurred in code enforcement matters when they file an action in court or before an agency to enforce laws, rules, or regulations within their jurisdiction. This reimbursement can be awarded as part of any relief granted or specifically for the purpose of covering these enforcement-related expenses.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4706 (on 10/24/2016)

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