Bill
HD 1134
Overview: HD 1134, An Act to amend the civil rights law, in relation to reporting a non-emergency incident involving a member of a protected class, proposed bill, introduced Novemb
Overview: HD 1134, An Act to amend the civil rights law, in relation to reporting a non-emergency incident involving a member of a protected class, proposed bill, introduced November 29, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to address concerns about the inappropriate or discriminatory reporting of non-emergency incidents involving individuals from protected classes, such as race, religion, or national origin. The intent is to establish clear guidelines and protections to prevent the misuse of emergency reporting systems.
Key Provisions:
- Prohibits the reporting of a non-emergency incident to law enforcement or other authorities solely based on a person's membership in a protected class
- Requires the reporting party to have a reasonable belief that the incident poses a legitimate public safety risk, regardless of the individual's protected status
- Imposes civil penalties for false or discriminatory reporting, with escalating fines for repeat offenses
- Directs the state attorney general to develop educational materials and training programs for the public on appropriate reporting practices
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Individuals from protected classes, who would be better protected from discriminatory or unnecessary reporting of non-emergency incidents
- Law enforcement and emergency response agencies, which would need to adjust their protocols and training to align with the new reporting requirements
- Members of the public, who would be subject to potential penalties for making false or discriminatory reports
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been introduced in the state legislature and is currently under review by the relevant committee. If passed, the attorney general's office would have 6 months to develop the required educational materials and training programs, with the new reporting guidelines and penalties taking effect shortly thereafter.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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