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Bill100th CongressFiled Jul 21, 1987Law
S. 1512

A bill to provide that in judicial actions against State judges, such judges shall not be held liable for attorney fees.

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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jul 21, 1987)

Amends the Civil Rights Attorney's Fee Awards Act of 1976 to provide that State justices, judges, and judicial officers shall not be liable for any costs (including attorney fees) in any proceeding brought against such justice, judge, or official for actions taken in an official capacity.

What just happenedFeb 26, 1988

Subcommittee on Courts and Administrative Practice. Hearings held.

Who’s behind it

Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT](R-UT)Sponsor
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  1. Feb 26, 1988Committee

    Subcommittee on Courts and Administrative Practice. Hearings held.

    Administrative Oversight and the Courts Subcommittee
  2. Jul 29, 1987Committee

    Referred to Subcommittee on Courts and Administrative Practice.

    Administrative Oversight and the Courts Subcommittee
  3. Jul 21, 1987IntroReferral

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.

    Judiciary Committee
  4. Jul 21, 1987IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate