Making Progress in Policy
Recognizing the need for greater transparency and accountability, legislative leaders across the country are sponsoring bills to reform state attorneys general practices.
To date reforms have been introduced in five states, including:
- West Virginia, where a requirement that the AG must notify the governor and legislature of settlements in excess of $250,000, has become law.
In the News
July 19, 2010: $4M lawsuit filed over lawsuit funding
June 21, 2010: Contigency Fee Bill Dies in LA Lege
June 15, 2010: Focus of contingency bill narrowed to oil spill
June 1, 2010: Strange wins GOP nomination for attorney general
May 31, 2010: Attorney General seeks cash, power to hire outside lawyers in fight against Gulf oil spill
Taking Action
How transparent is your AG? Do contracts with outside counsel in your state require...
- Public disclosure
- Competitive bidding
- Legislative oversight
- Detailed record-keeping
- Fiscal accountability
Stay informed on developments in offices of AG's nationwide.
