Revises law concerning bias intimidation to include members of press or media in protected class.
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This bill amends New Jersey’s law on bias intimidation to include members of the press and media as protected classes. It expands the definition of bias intimidation to cover threats or actions intended to intimidate individuals or groups based on characteristics like race, religion, or gender identity, specifically targeting journalists and media professionals. The bill also clarifies the definition of ‘member of the press or media’ and outlines potential penalties for convictions.
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