SB 113 increases the penalty for using threats or violence to prevent someone from practicing their religion. The offense moves from a Class 1 misdemeanor to a Class 6 felony, making it a much more serious crime with harsher penalties for conviction.
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This bill does not directly amend codified state law.
House of Representatives Do Pass Passed, YEAS 48, NAYS 18. H.J. 460
Judiciary Do Pass Passed, YEAS 10, NAYS 2. H.J. 29
Judiciary Scheduled for hearing
First read in House and referred to House Judiciary H.J. 238
Senate Do Pass Passed, YEAS 30, NAYS 4. S.J. 185
Judiciary Do Pass Passed, YEAS 7, NAYS 0. S.J. 12
Judiciary Scheduled for hearing
First read in Senate and referred to Senate Judiciary S.J. 92
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Dist. HD-031
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cosponsor · Sen
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Dist. SD-030
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cosponsor · Sen
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Dist. SD-031
Tim Reisch
cosponsor · Rep
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Dist. HD-008
Timothy Goodwin
cosponsor · Rep
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Dist. HD-030
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