Assembly Bill 225 proposes amendments to the statutes regarding the determination of proper venue in civil actions or special proceedings. The bill specifies that when assessing whether a county is an appropriate venue based on a defendant's residence or substantial business activities, courts are prohibited from considering the participation of certain parties. Specifically, this includes parties joined for just and complete adjudication and insurers joined in the action.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that a business entity, such as a corporation or limited liability company, is considered to reside in its place of incorporation or organization. Furthermore, it states that a business entity is deemed to conduct substantial business only in the county where its principal place of business is located. These changes aim to streamline the venue determination process and provide clearer guidelines for courts.