Stop Serial Litigation Act of 2026
To amend chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code, and chapter 161 of title 28, United States Code, to provide a maximum amount for the fees and other expenses that may be awarded in connection with an agency adjudication, and for other purposes.
This bill, known as the Stop Serial Litigation Act of 2026, aims to set a cap on the fees and expenses that can be awarded in cases involving government agency adjudications. It seeks to prevent repetitive lawsuits that are often costly and time-consuming for both the government and the litigants. This legislation would directly impact those involved in legal disputes with federal agencies by limiting the financial resources available for such litigation.
The bill was introduced on June 11, 2026, by Michael Rulli, a Republican representative. It has been referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary, which will review and potentially make recommendations on whether the bill should move forward in the legislative process. The bill's introduction marks the first step in a series of actions that will determine its future in Congress.
Recent actions include the bill's introduction in the House on June 11, 2026, and its subsequent referral to the House Committee on the Judiciary. This committee will assess the bill's implications and decide on the next steps for its consideration. As of now, no further actions have been taken on this bill.
