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SF 334

A bill for an act creating a special motion for expedited relief in 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, and including effective date and applicability provisions.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Cherielynn Westrich

Overview: SF 334 is a bill that creates a special motion for expedited relief in actions involving the exercise of certain constitutional rights.Purpose and Intent: The bill aims t

Subcommittee: Schultz, Blake, and Bousselot.
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Bill Summary · SF 334

Overview: SF 334 is a bill that creates a special motion for expedited relief in actions involving the exercise of certain constitutional rights.

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to provide a faster legal process for individuals or organizations to seek relief when their rights to free speech, freedom of the press, freedom of assembly, or freedom of association are allegedly infringed upon.

Key Provisions:
- Establishes a special motion for expedited relief that can be filed in such cases
- Requires the court to hold a hearing on the motion within 30 days and rule within 60 days
- Shifts the burden of proof to the defendant to show that the action does not infringe on the plaintiff's constitutional rights
- Allows for the recovery of attorney's fees and court costs if the plaintiff prevails

Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily affect individuals or organizations that believe their constitutional rights have been violated, as well as the defendants in such cases. It is intended to provide a more efficient legal process for addressing alleged infringements on these fundamental freedoms.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to a subcommittee for further review and consideration. If passed, the new expedited relief process would be available for eligible cases going forward.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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