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HB754

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AN ACT relating to the funding of lawsuits instituted by the Commonwealth.

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 48 to prohibit an executive branch official from expending any appropriations or funds, including the use of state time or resources to challenge any action of the federal government without the written consent of the Attorney General; require the Attorney General to represent the Commonwealth in all litigation pertaining to federal government actions; prohibit the Governor from taking a position on legal actions against the federal government without…

Introduced: February 19, 2025

Last action: February 27, 2025

To State Government (H)
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This bill would require that any legal challenge to federal government actions brought by Kentucky's executive branch must have written approval from the Attorney General, who would serve as the sole representative of the state in such lawsuits. Executive branch officials, including the Governor, could not use state funds, resources, or staff time to pursue or take positions in these legal actions without that approval. Officials who violate this rule could face civil action, be…

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Legislative History

Feb 19, 2025 · House
Introduced In House
Feb 19, 2025 · House
To Committee On Committees (H)
Feb 27, 2025 · House
To State Government (H)

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Portrait of T.J. Roberts
T.J. Roberts

Representative · House District 066

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tj.roberts@kylegislature.gov
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