S1077
An Act maintaining parity in legal services for small property owners
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Bill overview
This bill aims to ensure that small property owners have equal access to legal services. It proposes providing financial support to both local and statewide programs that assist eligible property owners with legal matters. The goal is to maintain parity in legal representation for these owners, regardless of their location or the type of assistance they receive. This legislation seeks to address potential disparities in legal access for small property owners.
Key provisions
- Provides financial assistance to local legal aid programs.
- Provides financial assistance to statewide legal aid programs.
- Supports programs serving eligible small property owners.
- Aims to maintain equal access to legal services.
- Focuses on ensuring parity in legal representation.
Who is affected
- Small property owners
- Legal aid programs
- Local governments
- Statewide legal aid organizations
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Primary sponsor
Peter J. Durant
Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
Peter J. Durant
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Bill S.1077 194th (Current)
An Act maintaining parity in legal services for small property owners
By Mr. Durant, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1077) of Peter J. Durant and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to maintain parity in legal services for small property owners by providing financial assistance to both local and statewide programs that serve eligible clients. The Judiciary.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Peter J. Durant
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1077
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/10/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 1/29/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2930 |
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