Title 42, The Public Health and WelfareRelease 119-102
§2000b–1 Liability of United States for Costs and Attorney’s Fee
Title 42 › CHAPTER 21 — CIVIL RIGHTS › SUBCHAPTER III — PUBLIC FACILITIES › § 2000b–1
Summary
If a case is brought under this part, the United States must pay legal costs, including a reasonable lawyer’s fee, just like a private person would.
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Title 42, §2000b–1
The Public Health and Welfare, Source: USLM XML via OLRC
In any action or proceeding under this subchapter the United States shall be liable for costs, including a reasonable attorney’s fee, the same as a private person.
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42 U.S.C. § 2000b–1
Title 42, The Public Health and Welfare
Last Updated
Aug 21, 2026
Release point: 119-102