Iowa SF47 creates a special motion for expedited relief in civil actions involving freedom of speech, assembly, and association.

Iowa SF47, known as the "Uniform Public Expression Protection Act," establishes a special motion for expedited relief in civil actions against individuals based on their exercise of freedom of speech, assembly, and association. The bill applies to actions filed after its effective date, except against governmental units or officials acting in an official capacity. It allows a party to file a special motion to dismiss the cause of action if it involves protected activities. The court must rule on the motion within 60 days and may award costs and attorney fees to the prevailing party.

Iowa SF47 creates a special motion for expedited relief in civil actions involving freedom of speech, assembly, and association.

Iowa SF47, known as the "Uniform Public Expression Protection Act," establishes a special motion for expedited relief in civil actions against individuals based on their exercise of freedom of speech, assembly, and association. The bill applies to actions filed after its effective date, except against governmental units or officials acting in an official capacity. It allows a party to file a special motion to dismiss the cause of action if it involves protected activities. The court must rule on the motion within 60 days and may award costs and attorney fees to the prevailing party.