LD 1022: An Act To Protect And Increase Access To Justice In Civil Legal Matters For Persons With Low Incomes
LD 1022 status: Introduced — Died in Possession of the Senate when the Legislature adjourned Sine Die and was PLACED IN THE LEGISLATIVE FILES. (DEAD) (updated Apr 29, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialAn Act To Protect And Increase Access To Justice In Civil Legal Matters For Persons With Low Incomes. Currently in Senate.
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No direct environmental benefit identified
Risks
- No direct environmental risk identified
Economy
Benefits
- Potential reduction in societal costs through resolved disputes
- Economic stability for low-income populations
Risks
- Unspecified fiscal impact on state budget for legal services
Society
Benefits
- Improved equitable access to civil justice
- Better protection of legal rights for vulnerable citizens
Risks
- Risk of implementation gaps without sufficient funding
How trustworthy & consequential it is
Source
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Confidence
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Analysis status
OpenStates summary
The bill failed to pass, meaning no provisions were enacted
Analysis based only on limited summary data
Where it stands
Introduced
CurrentDied in Possession of the Senate when the Legislature adjourned Sine Die and was PLACED IN THE LEGISLATIVE FILES. (DEAD)
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