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MN SF4194

MN SF4194
Fourth-degree assault crime related to health care professionals expansion


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Introduced
02/26/2024
In Committee
02/26/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024

Introduced Session

93rd Legislature 2023-2024

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to public safety; expanding the fourth-degree assault crime related to health care professionals; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 609.2231, subdivision 2.

AI Summary

This bill expands the fourth-degree assault crime related to health care professionals in Minnesota. It amends the existing law to include not only firefighters and emergency medical personnel, but also other health care professionals, such as physicians and nurses, as protected under the assault law. The bill also adds language to cover intentionally throwing or transferring bodily fluids or feces at these protected professionals. The changes are set to take effect on August 1, 2024.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety (on 02/26/2024)

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