IndianaAttorney general would need governor’s written approval to file friend-of-the-court briefs
The attorney general could file friend-of-the-court briefs in state or federal cases only after the governor gives written approval.
What it does
The attorney general could file friend-of-the-court briefs in state or federal cases only with the governor’s written approval. The brief is usually due by the deadline for the side the state supports.
Argument forRequiring written approval could give the governor a say in whether the attorney general files friend-of-the-court briefs for the state.
Argument againstRequiring the governor’s written approval could limit when the attorney general files friend-of-the-court briefs for the state.
More detail
The attorney general may file a friend-of-the-court brief only after the governor gives written approval. This applies to matters in any state or federal court. The state may file without the parties’ consent or the court’s permission. The brief is due by the deadline for the filing of the party whose position the state supports. For good cause, a state court may allow a late brief and must set a deadline for the other side to reply. The provisions would take effect July 1, 2026, if enacted.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Jan 5First reading: referred to Committee on JudiciaryLatest
- Jan 5Authored by Representative DeLaneyIntroduced
Government & Ethics