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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 82(R)

House Bill 2973

House Author:  Hunter et al.

Effective:  6-17-11

Senate Sponsor:  Ellis


            House Bill 2973 amends the Civil Practice and Remedies Code to authorize a party to a legal action that is based on, relates to, or is in response to the party's exercise of the right of free speech, right of petition, or right of association, to file a motion to dismiss the legal action.  The bill establishes procedures relating to a motion to dismiss under this provision and exempts certain legal actions.