HB 1044-S - DIGEST

(SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 2ND SUB)

     Requires payment of attorney fees, costs, and other expenses of litigation to a nongovernmental party which prevails in an action against a governmental entity.

     Does not apply to quasi-municipal corporations or special purpose districts, cities with a population less than 7,500, civil infraction actions, vehicle impoundment hearings, and driver's license actions.

     Applies to actions commenced on or after July 1, 1995.