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H 1675

An Act to advance hate-crime protections for victims who are targeted due to their gender

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Michelle DuBois

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Accompanied a new draft, see H4636
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Bill Summary · H 1675

H 1675 - An Act to advance hate-crime protections for victims targeted due to gender

Overview

Bill Number: H 1675
Title: An Act to advance hate-crime protections for victims who are targeted due to their gender
Status: Accompanied a new draft, see H4636
Introduced: February 27, 2025

Purpose and Intent

This bill aims to expand the state's existing hate crime laws to provide enhanced protections and penalties for victims who are targeted due to their gender identity or expression. The legislation is intended to address the growing problem of gender-based hate crimes and ensure that the justice system can adequately respond to and deter these types of bias-motivated offenses.

Key Provisions

  • Adds "gender identity or expression" as a protected characteristic under the state's hate crime statutes
  • Requires law enforcement to receive specialized training on identifying, investigating, and reporting gender-based hate crimes
  • Establishes enhanced criminal penalties for hate crimes committed against victims due to their gender
  • Mandates the collection and public reporting of data on gender-based hate crimes
  • Provides funding for victim support services and community education programs

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Individuals who identify as transgender, non-binary, or gender non-conforming would be granted new legal protections against hate-motivated crimes
  • Law enforcement agencies would be required to implement new training and data collection procedures
  • Prosecutors would have the ability to seek increased sentences for gender-based hate crimes
  • Community organizations and victim service providers could receive additional funding and resources

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

This bill was introduced in the state legislature on February 27, 2025 and has been accompanied by a new draft, H4636. It is currently under consideration by the House Judiciary Committee, which will hold public hearings and debate the legislation before deciding whether to advance it to the full House for a vote. If passed by the House, the bill would then move to the Senate for further review and potential amendments before a final vote. If enacted, the new hate crime protections would take effect 90 days after the governor's signature.

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

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