Bill
S 1143
An Act relative to privileged communications in defamation actions
194th Legislature (2025-2026)
Introduced by Sal DiDomenico and 7 co-sponsors
S 1143 expands privileged communications protections in Massachusetts defamation law, potentially shielding more speakers from liability for false statements while affecting victims' legal remedies.
Reporting date extended to Friday July 31, 2026