HR 8221 · 94th Congress · Law

Federal Court Attorneys' Fees Act

Introduced 1975-06-25· Sponsored by Rep. Seiberling, John F. [D-OH-14]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on the Judiciary.(1975-06-25)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Federal Court Attorneys' Fees Act - Provides that if in a civil action a Federal court determines the interests of justice so require, such court shall award reasonable attorneys' fees to the prevailing party. Makes the United States liable for payment of any such fees under this Act the same as a private party. (Adds 28 U.S.C. 1930)…

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Cosponsors (20)

19 Democrats1 Republican