Protecting TPLF From Abuse Act

This bill would require parties and their lawyers in federal civil lawsuits to tell the court and the other parties the identity of anyone, other than their own lawyers, who has a legal right to receive money or other value based on the outcome of the case. They would have to give the court any agreements creating that right for private review, and then share those documents with the other parties, subject to limits the court sets, such as privilege protections. Some arrangements would be exempt, including repayment of loans at or below a set interest rate, reimbursement of attorney's fees, and repayment of grants. Identities of donors, members, or associates of a funder would generally not have to be disclosed unless they also have a right to payment. The rules would apply to cases pending when the law takes effect and to new cases filed after.

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Sponsors

• Darrell Issa Republican sponsor
• 3 cosponsors