The bill, S.B. No. 1200, introduces a new chapter (Chapter 28) to the Civil Practice and Remedies Code, specifically addressing civil actions against United States defense contractors. It defines "defense contractor" and "sanctioned or embargoed nation," and establishes that claimants in such actions must disclose any funding or financial support received from entities affiliated with sanctioned nations. This includes a requirement for claimants to identify all sources of such funding and to make these disclosures under oath, filed with the court. The bill also mandates that these disclosures be made within ten days of receiving any relevant funding or identifying a source.

Additionally, the bill prohibits the withholding of these disclosures for any reason, including claims of privilege, and stipulates that courts cannot limit the disclosure of proprietary or confidential information related to funding sources. If a claimant fails to comply with these requirements, the court may impose sanctions, including staying the proceedings or dismissing the action with prejudice for willful noncompliance. The provisions of this chapter apply to actions pending in trial courts on the effective date of the Act or filed thereafter.

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