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HB2593: Requiring that a political subdivision hold an open meeting to discuss a contingency fee contract for legal services before approving such contract and requiring the attorney general to approve such contracts.

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill requires local governments (like cities or counties) to hold a public meeting before approving contracts for legal services that pay lawyers based on how much money they win. The state's Attorney General must also approve these contracts.

Who This Affects

Local government officials and the Attorney General are impacted by this bill, as they will need to follow new procedures for approving contingency fee contracts.

Key Provisions

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Timeline

Introduced

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Last Action

Senate Motion to override veto prevailed; Yea: 27 Nay: 12

Apr 8, 2026

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