AN ACT relating to lawsuits affecting the Commonwealth.

Amend KRS 12.210 to allow the Governor to participate in litigation to defend or vindicate only those matters particular to his or her office; require all other litigation matters affecting the Commonwealth to be under the purview of the Attorney General.

Introduced: February 19, 2025

Last action: February 27, 2025

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This bill would change the rules about who represents Kentucky's government in court. Currently, the Governor has broad authority to participate in litigation on behalf of the state, but this bill would limit the Governor's involvement to legal matters directly tied to the duties of the Governor's office. All other lawsuits involving the Commonwealth would fall under the Attorney General's authority. Who it may affect: Kentucky taxpayers and anyone involved in legal disputes with state government, as well as the offices of the Governor and Attorney General.

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