Establishes the Uniform Public Expression Protection Act to protect against lawsuits based on public expression.

The Uniform Public Expression Protection Act provides procedures for the dismissal of actions based on public expression. It applies to civil actions filed on or after August 28, 2026, and covers communications in governmental proceedings or on matters of public concern. The act allows a party to file a special motion to dismiss within 60 days of being served with a complaint. The court can stay proceedings and discovery during the motion process. If the court dismisses the cause of action, it can award costs, attorney's fees, and litigation expenses to the prevailing party.

Establishes the Uniform Public Expression Protection Act to protect against lawsuits based on public expression.

The Uniform Public Expression Protection Act provides procedures for the dismissal of actions based on public expression. It applies to civil actions filed on or after August 28, 2026, and covers communications in governmental proceedings or on matters of public concern. The act allows a party to file a special motion to dismiss within 60 days of being served with a complaint. The court can stay proceedings and discovery during the motion process. If the court dismisses the cause of action, it can award costs, attorney's fees, and litigation expenses to the prevailing party.