Scored 6/10 on whether it helps or hurts everyday people.
New bill could change how filing fees are handled
Civil actions: filing fees: refunds.
Mixed: some good, some bad ·
This bill would make it easier to get refunds on filing fees if payments fail.
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If this bill passes, people could get their money back more easily when filing fees don't go through. It's important to support this change to help everyday people save money.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill allows refunds for failed payments on filing fees.
- It applies to payments made by credit card or electronic transfer.
- People would have 20 days to pay any fees after a failed payment.
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