Number: 98-601 Title: S. 2271: THE PROPERTY RIGHTS IMPLEMENTATION ACT OF 1998 Authors: Robert Meltz, American Law Division Abstract: On July 7, 1998, Senator Hatch introduced S. 2271, the "Property Rights Implementation Act of 1998." The bill appears to be the likely replacement on the Senate floor for H.R. 1534. It retains the basic process approach of its predecessor, but makes numerous changes. Among these are a restriction of H.R. 1534's takings-ripeness provisions to real property rather than all types of property, a new definition of "futility," different restrictions on district court abstention, and new provisions as to attorneys fees and prior notice applicable to parties suing local governments for takings under 42 U.S.C. section 1983. Pages: 3 Date: Updated July 10, 1998