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H 4633

An Act relative to restraining orders as they pertain to hate crimes

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Tackey Chan and 1 co-sponsor

H 4633 - An Act relative to restraining orders as they pertain to hate crimes OverviewBill Number: H 4633 Title: An Act relative to restraining orders as they pertain to hate crim

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
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Bill Summary · H 4633

H 4633 - An Act relative to restraining orders as they pertain to hate crimes

Overview

Bill Number: H 4633
Title: An Act relative to restraining orders as they pertain to hate crimes
Status: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
Introduced: October 23, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary goal of this bill is to strengthen the legal protections available to victims of hate crimes by expanding the circumstances under which restraining orders can be issued. The legislation aims to provide more effective recourse for individuals who have been targeted or threatened due to their race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

Key Provisions

  • Allows courts to issue restraining orders against individuals who have committed or threatened to commit a hate crime, even if the victim and perpetrator do not have a domestic or dating relationship
  • Expands the definition of "harassment" in the context of restraining orders to include acts motivated by bias or prejudice against a protected class
  • Requires law enforcement to provide information about restraining orders and other legal options to victims of suspected hate crimes
  • Mandates training for law enforcement and court personnel on identifying and responding to hate crimes and related restraining order cases

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Victims of hate crimes would have greater access to restraining orders and legal protections against their perpetrators
  • Law enforcement and the judicial system would need to adapt procedures and provide specialized training to handle hate crime-related restraining order cases
  • Individuals accused of hate crimes could face additional legal consequences through the expanded restraining order provisions

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

This bill has been reported favorably by the relevant legislative committee and has been referred to the House Ways and Means Committee for further consideration. If it passes through the committee process, the bill would then move to a full vote in the state House of Representatives. If approved by the House, it would then proceed to the state Senate for consideration before potentially being signed into law by the governor.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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