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AR SB196

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/7/2021

Primary Sponsor

Dan Sullivan

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Origin

Senate

93rd General Assembly (2021 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 25-19-107(d)(1) regarding attorney's fees awards under the Freedom of Information Act of 1967
  • Courts shall assess reasonable attorney's fees and litigation expenses against defendants when a plaintiff substantially prevails after filing suit and obtains a significant or material portion of requested public information
  • Attorney's fees may be awarded unless the court finds the defendant's position was substantially justified
  • Act applies prospectively and has no effect on claims filed before the effective date of the act
  • Approved April 6, 2021

Legislative Description

To Amend The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967; And To Amend The Awarding Of Attorneys Fees Under The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967.

Last Action

Notification that SB196 is now Act 572

4/7/2021

Committee Referrals

State Agencies and Governmental Affairs3/16/2021
State Agencies & Governmental Affairs1/25/2021

Full Bill Text

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