A1340

Requires the Administrative Office of the Courts to collect and publish statistical information about consumer debt lawsuits.

Requires the Administrative Office of the Courts to compile and publish specific statistical information about consumer debt lawsuits. The statistics include the number of new lawsuits filed, pending cases, lawsuits with attorney representation, judgments granted, and other relevant data. This information will be reported annually to the Governor and the Legislature, aiming to enhance understanding of consumer debt litigation issues. The bill implements recommendations from the National Center for Access to Justice.