LCJ and ILR submitted a revised proposal to the Advisory Committee on Civil Rules on March 10, 2026, recommending a commonsense amendment to Rule 26(a)(1)(A) to require uniform, automatic disclosure of third‑party litigation funding (TPLF) in federal civil cases. The proposal requires parties to identify any non‑party funder with a financial interest and provide the operative funding agreements and includes suggested rule and important accompanying note language. This approach mirrors the insurance‑disclosure model and preserves both judicial discretion and protections for privileged materials.

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