The Nation - News from Aug. 6, 1985
- Share via
President Reagan signed legislation that will make federal agencies liable for the costs of challenging unjustified government actions. The bill extends the Equal Access to Justice Act and will enable individuals and small businesses to recover attorneys’ fees and other costs in successful challenges of government action. The act expired last Oct. 1 after Reagan vetoed a similar bill on grounds some of its provisions could subject the government to lengthy discovery proceedings.
Sign up for Essential California
The most important California stories and recommendations in your inbox every morning.
You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times.
