H4633
An Act relative to restraining orders as they pertain to hate crimes
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Bill overview
This bill aims to strengthen the use of restraining orders in cases involving hate crimes. It seeks to ensure that hate crime victims have access to appropriate legal protections and that restraining orders are effectively utilized to prevent further harm. Specifically, the bill intends to clarify procedures and potentially expand the circumstances under which a restraining order can be issued in connection with a hate crime. It also addresses related legislation and past attempts to refine the process.
Key provisions
- Clarifies procedures for obtaining restraining orders in hate crime cases.
- Potentially expands the scope of circumstances under which a restraining order can be issued.
- Addresses related legislation concerning restraining orders.
- May include provisions to ensure effective enforcement of restraining orders in hate crime situations.
Who is affected
- Victims of hate crimes
- Individuals seeking restraining orders
- Law enforcement agencies
- The Judiciary
Notable changes
- The bill seeks to refine the application of existing restraining order laws to specifically address hate crimes.
- It builds upon previous attempts to improve the process for obtaining restraining orders in such cases.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on the Judiciary
Cosponsors
Amy Mah Sangiolo
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Bill H.4633 194th (Current)
An Act relative to restraining orders as they pertain to hate crimes
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on the Judiciary Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 3 actions for Bill H.4633
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 10/23/2025 | House | Reported from the committee on The Judiciary |
| 10/23/2025 | House | New draft of H1608 |
| 10/23/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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