WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

A 8592

Establishes the crimes of reckless endangerment of an emergency service person in the first and second degrees

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Karl Brabenec and 11 co-sponsors

Bill A 8592 enhances protections for emergency responders by criminalizing reckless endangerment, holding offenders accountable for jeopardizing their safety.

REFERRED TO CODES
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · A 8592

Summary of Bill A 8592

Bill Overview

  • Bill Number: A 8592
  • Title: Establishes the crimes of reckless endangerment of an emergency service person in the first and second degrees
  • Status: Referred to Codes
  • Introduced On: May 21, 2025

Purpose and Intent

Bill A 8592 aims to enhance the legal protections for emergency service personnel by establishing specific crimes related to reckless endangerment. The bill seeks to deter actions that could jeopardize the safety of emergency responders, thereby promoting safer working conditions for these vital public servants.

Key Provisions

The bill introduces two degrees of the crime of reckless endangerment of an emergency service person:

  1. First Degree Reckless Endangerment:

    • This degree would apply to actions that create a substantial risk of serious physical injury or death to an emergency service person.
    • It would involve conduct that demonstrates a gross deviation from the standard of care that a reasonable person would observe in the situation.

  2. Second Degree Reckless Endangerment:

    • This degree would cover actions that create a lesser risk of injury but still endanger the safety of emergency service personnel.
    • It would involve conduct that is reckless but does not rise to the level of gross deviation.

Impact

  • Who is Affected:

    • The bill primarily affects emergency service personnel, including police officers, firefighters, and paramedics, by providing them with greater legal protections against reckless actions that could endanger their lives while performing their duties.
    • Individuals who engage in reckless behavior towards these emergency responders could face criminal charges under this legislation.

  • Potential Consequences:

    • If enacted, the bill could lead to increased accountability for individuals whose actions endanger emergency service personnel, potentially resulting in criminal penalties for offenders.
    • The establishment of these crimes may also serve as a deterrent against reckless behavior in situations involving emergency responders.

Legislative Process

  • As of May 21, 2025, the bill has been referred to the Codes Committee for further consideration. The next steps in the legislative process will depend on the committee's review and any subsequent actions taken by the legislature.

Related Legislation

Bill A 8592 is related to several prior-session bills, including:
- A 5539
- A 8644
- A 1691
- A 1797
- A 6087
- A 2776
- S 6203 (companion bill)

These related bills may provide context or additional legislative efforts aimed at protecting emergency service personnel.

This summary provides a clear overview of Bill A 8592, outlining its purpose, key provisions, potential impacts, and legislative status to help readers understand its significance.

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

Sign in to ask a question.