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ID H0118
Bill
Status
3/8/2021
Primary Sponsor
Resources and Conservation Committee
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AI Summary
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Changes legal representation authority for state lands matters from the Attorney General to the Department of Lands, which shall cause the state to be properly represented in all suits, actions, and controversies relating to state lands or timber
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Expands jurisdiction to include representation before federal agencies, specifically the federal bureau of land management or other federal land management agencies, in addition to state and federal courts and administrative tribunals
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Authorizes the Department of Lands to employ competent attorney or attorneys for legal representation, with compensation paid from the Department of Lands fund
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Prohibits the Department of Lands from employing legal counsel from the office of the Attorney General
Legislative Description
Amends existing law to prohibit the Department of Lands from engaging legal counsel from the Attorney General's office.
DEPARTMENT OF LANDS
Last Action
Introduced, read first time; referred to: Resources & Environment
3/9/2021