A 4428
Creates crime of political violence; establishes independent review board and training requirement for law enforcement.
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Bill overview
This bill creates a new crime of political violence, defined as acts intended to interfere with or retaliate against individuals or groups due to their political affiliation or expression. It establishes an independent review board, the ‘Political Violence Review Board,’ to examine completed investigations and identify potential disparities in handling complaints. Furthermore, the bill mandates training for law enforcement officers on handling political violence matters, aiming to address escalating politically motivated violence.
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Roy Freiman
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