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SB693Introduced in the Senate

Civil Actions - Child Sexual Abuse - Repeal of Limitations on Attorney's Fees

IntroducedSenate Judicial Proceedings

Introduced by William Smith, District 20

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Repealing the limitation to 20% of a settlement or 25% of a judgment that counsel may charge or receive in an action for damages arising out of a claim or claims of child sexual abuse filed on or after June 1, 2025.

Where it stands

Hearing 3/10 at 1:15 p.m.

March 9, 2026

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No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

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Bill history

  1. First Reading Judicial Proceedings

  2. Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m.

  3. Hearing canceled

  4. Hearing 3/10 at 1:15 p.m.

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