LC 2032 Legislature · 2025 Regular Session

Establish the uniform public expression protection act

This bill establishes the Uniform Public Expression Protection Act to provide legal protections for individuals and organizations when they are sued over communications made in connection with government proceedings or on matters of public concern. The law allows defendants to file a special motion to dismiss lawsuits within 60 days, which triggers an automatic stay that pauses most court proceedings, discovery, and hearings until the motion is resolved. Courts must rule on these motions quickly, considering only written documents and limited evidence, and if successful, the lawsuit is dismissed with prejudice. The act excludes lawsuits against government entities, actions taken to protect public health or safety, and disputes involving businesses selling goods or services.
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Dec 2024
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Introduced Dec 6, 2024 Last action Jan 15, 2025
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