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42 U.S.C. 2000b–1: Liability of United States for costs and attorney’s feeText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 42-THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARECHAPTER 21-CIVIL RIGHTS
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§2000b–1. Liability of United States for costs and attorney’s fee

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.

( Pub. L. 88–352, title III, § 302 , July 2, 1964 , 78 Stat. 246 .)