H 1794
An Act relative to school and public threats
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Bill overview
This bill addresses penalties for knowingly spreading false reports of active shooter incidents in schools. It aims to deter individuals from making such false reports, which can cause significant panic and disruption. The legislation clarifies that intentionally providing false information about an active shooting is a serious offense. It was referred to the Judiciary committee and subsequently concurred by the Senate.
Key provisions
- Increases penalties for knowingly communicating false reports of active shooting incidents at schools.
- Specifically targets individuals who intentionally provide false information.
- The bill was referred to the Judiciary committee for review.
- The Senate concurred with the bill's passage.
Who is affected
- Students
- School staff
- Community members
- Individuals making false reports
Notable changes
- The bill clarifies the existing penalties for false reporting, potentially increasing the severity of the consequences.
- It focuses specifically on intentional false reporting, distinguishing it from accidental misinformation.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Jr. Bradley H. Jones
Cosponsors
Jr. Bradley H. Jones
Kelly W. Pease
Kimberly N. Ferguson
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Bill H.1794 194th (Current)
An Act relative to school and public threats
By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1794) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to the penalties for knowingly communicating false reports of active shooting incidents at schools. The Judiciary.
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Presenter: Bradley H. Jones, Jr.
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.1794
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/23/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/26/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27) |
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