H 1765
An Act establishing the uniform interstate depositions and discovery act
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Bill overview
This bill aims to create a uniform set of rules for depositions and discovery processes that occur across state lines. Currently, these processes can vary significantly from state to state, leading to complexities and potential inefficiencies in interstate legal cases. The proposed act seeks to standardize these procedures to simplify litigation and ensure fairness for all parties involved. It intends to align deposition and discovery practices with a uniform model.
Key provisions
- Establishes uniform rules for interstate depositions.
- Standardizes procedures for exchanging discovery materials across state lines.
- Aims to reduce legal costs associated with interstate litigation.
- Seeks to promote consistency and predictability in legal proceedings.
- Addresses potential conflicts arising from differing state laws.
Who is affected
- Attorneys
- Litigants
- Courts
- Legal professionals
- Individuals involved in interstate legal cases
Notable changes
- Creates a uniform framework for depositions and discovery.
- May reduce the need for extensive legal research to determine applicable rules in different states.
- Could streamline the discovery process in complex, multi-state litigation.
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Primary sponsor
Steven S. Howitt
Cosponsor
Steven S. Howitt
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Bill H.1765 194th (Current)
An Act establishing the uniform interstate depositions and discovery act
By Representative Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1765) of Steven S. Howitt for legislation to establish the uniform interstate depositions and discovery act. The Judiciary.
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Presenter: Steven S. Howitt
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.1765
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 11/4/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 11/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:30 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 11/4/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 11/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 2/9/2026 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H5056 |
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