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FL H4029

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

10/6/2015

Primary Sponsor

Chris Sprowls

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals section 57.011 of the Florida Statutes, which required nonresident plaintiffs in civil actions to post security for costs.
  • Eliminates the requirement that out-of-state plaintiffs provide financial security to cover potential court costs in civil litigation.
  • Takes effect July 1, 2016.

Legislative Description

Nonresident Plaintiffs in Civil Actions

Last Action

Laid on Table, companion bill(s) passed, see SB 396 (Ch. 2016-43)

2/23/2016

Committee Referrals

Judiciary12/2/2015
Justice Appropriations Subcommittee11/18/2015
Civil Justice Subcommittee10/30/2015

Full Bill Text

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