H1627

Relative to strengthen the Commonwealth's Anti-SLAPP law

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1627 strengthens the Commonwealth's Anti-SLAPP law to protect free speech and petition rights.

Massachusetts H1627 amends the state's Anti-SLAPP law to protect individuals and organizations from lawsuits intended to silence their speech or petitioning activities. The bill allows parties to file a special motion to dismiss claims based on protected speech, which must be heard and determined quickly. The court can award costs and attorneys' fees to the moving party if the motion is granted. The law aims to ensure full participation in public discussions by safeguarding constitutional rights.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jul 29, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

Jul 29, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)

Oct 20, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:10 PM in A-2

Oct 20, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order