Bill > H3340

This bill amends existing law to make it illegal to picket, loiter, or cause disturbances within one thousand feet of a funeral home, church, temple, or other building where funeral services are being held, starting two hours before the service and ending two hours after it concludes. A "funeral" is defined as ceremonies, processions, and memorial services related to burial or cremation. "Picketing of a funeral" specifically refers to protest activities within one thousand feet of a cemetery, mortuary, church, or place of worship during a funeral. Violators could face a fine of up to one thousand dollars, up to a year in jail, or both, with each day of violation being a separate offense. Importantly, individuals suing for emotional distress due to violations of this law will not need to prove physical harm. The bill also includes a severability clause, meaning if any part of the law is found invalid, the rest will still be enforced.