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NM SB144

NM SB144
Intimidation Of Election Workers


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Introduced
01/24/2022
In Committee
02/16/2022
Crossed Over
02/07/2022
Passed
02/17/2022
Dead
02/17/2022

Introduced Session

2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS; AMENDING THE CRIME OF INTIMIDATION TO INCLUDE ACTS AGAINST EMPLOYEES AND AGENTS OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE, COUNTY CLERKS AND MUNICIPAL CLERKS.

AI Summary

This bill amends the crime of intimidation to include acts against employees and agents of the Secretary of State, county clerks, and municipal clerks, in addition to existing provisions covering members of election boards, voters, challengers, and watchers. The bill aims to prevent the use of force, violence, or economic retaliation from impeding or preventing the free exercise of the elective franchise or the impartial administration of elections and the Election Code. Committing the crime of intimidation as defined in this bill is a fourth-degree felony.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Justice

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Action Postponed Indefinitely (on 02/17/2022)

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