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AB 540: Civil actions and attorneys.
What AB 540 does, verified August 25, 2026
The bill aims to clarify the service requirements for notices of motions in civil actions. It would exempt electronic service from the increased notice periods for motions that require 81 days or 16 days prior to the hearing. This change would apply to motions for summary judgment and motions for judgment on the pleadings, as well as other prescribed motions. The bill also includes conforming changes to existing law.
Bill journey
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Last action: From committee: Be re-referred to Com. on JUD. pursuant to Senate Rule 29.10 (b). (Ayes 5. Noes 0.) Re-referred to Com. on JUD. (2026-08-24)Alert me
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| Aug. 24, 2026 | From committee: Be re-referred to Com. on JUD. pursuant to Senate Rule 29.10 (b). (Ayes 5. Noes 0.) Re-referred to Com. on JUD. |
| Aug. 24, 2026 | Re-referred to Com. on RLS. pursuant to Senate Rule 29.10 (b). |
| Aug. 24, 2026 | Read second time. Ordered to third reading. |
| Aug. 21, 2026 | Read third time and amended. Ordered to second reading. |
| Aug. 11, 2026 | Read second time. Ordered to third reading. |