SF1922 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Anti-Lawfare Law

Related bill: HF1784

AI Generated Summary

This bill, titled the Anti-Lawfare Law, proposes an amendment to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 604, making government entities financially liable for legal costs if they initiate a civil action against a person and do not prevail in court.

Key Provisions:

  1. Definition of Government Entities – The law applies to state agencies and municipalities.
  2. Financial Liability – If a government entity sues a person and loses, it must pay all defense costs, including legal fees.
  3. Preservation of Other Remedies – The bill does not limit any other legal remedies that may be available.

In summary, this bill aims to discourage government entities from filing unsuccessful lawsuits against individuals by requiring them to cover the defendant's legal expenses if they do not win the case.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
February 26, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
February 26, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toJudiciary and Public Safety