Senate Bill 75 introduces provisions for random venue assignment in legal actions involving governmental parties filed in counties with first or second class cities. The bill defines a "governmental party" to include various state officials, legislative bodies, and federal representatives acting in their official capacities. It allows any party in such actions to request a random venue assignment by notifying the circuit court clerk within specified timeframes, ensuring that the case is assigned to a different circuit than where it was originally filed. Once a venue is assigned under this bill, no further changes of venue can be requested by any party.

The bill amends existing statutes to incorporate these new provisions, specifically creating sections 753.067 and 801.50 (4r), while also amending sections 801.50 (6) and 814.61 (2) (title) to reflect the changes. Notably, it deletes the previous language regarding venue changes in section 801.50 (6) and adds a new title for section 814.61 (2) to include "random venue assignment." Additionally, a fee is established for parties exercising the random venue assignment option under section 814.61 (2) (c).

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 801.50(6), 801.50, 814.61(2)(title), 814.61