Free Speech Protection Act
12/30/2024, 1:23 PMSummary of Bill HR 10310
Bill 118 hr 10310 aims to amend title 28 of the United States Code in order to create a process for dismissing and preventing strategic lawsuits against public participation (SLAPP). These types of lawsuits are often used to intimidate individuals or organizations from speaking out on matters of public concern.The bill seeks to establish a clear procedure for courts to quickly dismiss SLAPP suits, thereby discouraging their use as a tactic to silence critics. Additionally, the legislation includes provisions to deter the filing of such lawsuits in the first place.
Overall, the goal of Bill 118 hr 10310 is to protect the right to free speech and public participation by preventing the misuse of the legal system to suppress dissenting voices.
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Current Status of Bill HR 10310
Bill HR 10310 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 5, 2024. Bill HR 10310 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on December 5, 2024. Bill HR 10310's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of December 5, 2024Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 10310
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
3Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 10310
To amend title 28, United States Code, to establish a procedure to dismiss and deter strategic lawsuits against public participation, and for other purposes.To amend title 28, United States Code, to establish a procedure to dismiss and deter strategic lawsuits against public participation, and for other purposes.Comments
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