Iowa HF472 creates a special motion for expedited relief in civil actions involving freedom of speech and association.

Iowa HF472, known as the "Uniform Public Expression Protection Act," establishes a special motion for expedited relief in civil actions involving the exercise of the right of freedom of speech and of the press, the right to assemble and petition, and the right of association. The bill applies to actions filed on or after July 1, 2025. It allows a party to file a special motion for expedited relief to dismiss a cause of action or part of a cause of action if certain conditions are met. The court may allow limited discovery if necessary.

Iowa HF472 creates a special motion for expedited relief in civil actions involving freedom of speech and association.

Iowa HF472, known as the "Uniform Public Expression Protection Act," establishes a special motion for expedited relief in civil actions involving the exercise of the right of freedom of speech and of the press, the right to assemble and petition, and the right of association. The bill applies to actions filed on or after July 1, 2025. It allows a party to file a special motion for expedited relief to dismiss a cause of action or part of a cause of action if certain conditions are met. The court may allow limited discovery if necessary.