HB1077

Illinois HB1077 creates the Uniform Public Expression Protection Act to protect individuals and entities from liability for actions based on their.

Illinois HB1077, the Uniform Public Expression Protection Act, aims to safeguard individuals and entities from liability for actions based on their communications or exercises of constitutional rights in public matters. The Act applies to civil actions against a person for their communication in governmental proceedings or exercise of rights like freedom of speech, assembly, and petition on matters of public concern. It does not apply to actions against governmental units or those primarily engaged in selling or leasing goods or services if the cause of action arises from such activities.