Chairwoman Gong Gershowitz, Spokesperson Ugaste, 

My name is Bryan Zarou, and I am the Vice President of Policy at the Better Government Association. The Better Government Association strongly supports HB1077. Anti-SLAPP legislation is a crucial tool for protecting individuals and organizations from frivolous lawsuits aimed at silencing free speech and stifling public participation. Anti-SLAPP laws are essential for safeguarding citizens’ rights to express their opinions, protect journalism, engage in public discourse, and hold government officials and entities accountable without fear of legal retaliation.

Anti-SLAPP legislation promotes transparency, accountability, and the fundamental principles of democracy all in line with the mission of the Better Government Association.

Thank you for your time, we kindly ask for your vote. 

Bryan is a Public Policy & Government Affairs Professional with many years experience advocating for change by way of regulation and the legislative process. Born and raised on Long Island, Bryan spent...