| This bill proposes to require an individual or organization |
| that brings suit against a business or agricultural entity to |
| post a bond if the court action has the effect of delaying or |
| interrupting the business or agricultural activity, including |
| plans to expand. This requirement would apply only if the |
| business or agricultural entity had obtained the proper |
| permits, was in compliance with local ordinances and state |
| laws and was operating in a "best management practices" |
| manner. If the business or agricultural entity prevailed in |
| court, the bond would be used to provide restitution for legal |
| fees, court costs and lost revenue caused by the delay. |
