ID S1001

Adds Chapter 39 to Title 6, Idaho Code, establishing the "Uniform Public Expression Protection Act" (anti-SLAPP law) to protect individuals from lawsuits targeting constitutionally protected speech, press, assembly, petition, and association rights on matters of public concern.

Allows defendants to file a special motion for expedited relief within 60 days of being served, automatically staying discovery and other proceedings while the motion is pending.

Requires courts to hear the motion within 60 days of filing and rule within 60 days of the hearing; grants automatic right of appeal within 42 days if the motion is denied.

Mandates courts award costs, attorney's fees, and litigation expenses to the prevailing moving party; responding parties may recover fees only if the court finds the motion was frivolous or filed solely to delay.

Effective January 1, 2026, applying to civil actions filed on or after that date; excludes suits against government entities, government enforcement actions addressing imminent public health/safety threats, and commercial disputes over goods or services.