HB 685-FN (1997): relative to the assault of a law enforcement officer acting in the line of duty.

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HB 685-FN (1997)

relative to the assault of a law enforcement officer acting in the line of duty.

  • Status: Killed
  • Term: 1997-1998
  • House committee: Criminal Justice and Public Safety
  • Subject: Crimes, Criminal Procedure and Corrections

The Story

It was introduced on January 29, 1997 and referred to the House Criminal Justice and Public Safety committee. The committee held a public hearing on February 18, 1997. The majority of the committee recommended that the House kill it unanimously, 18–0, and the report was placed on the consent calendar. On March 18, 1997 the House voted to kill it.

Sponsors

  • Rep. Kenney (Carr 6) (prime sponsor)

Hearings and Sessions

  • February 18, 1997, 10:00 AM: hearing, House Criminal Justice and Public Safety, RM204,LOB

The Docket

  • January 29, 1997: INTRODUCED AND REF TO CRIM JUST & PSFTY; HJ17,P280
  • February 6, 1997: COPY TO CHAIRMAN ON 02/04/97 DUE ON 03/12/97
  • February 18, 1997: HEARING FEB18 10:00 RM204,LOB FOR:CRIM JUSTICE
  • March 6, 1997: MAJ REPORT ITL FOR MAR18 (VOTE 18-0;CC)
  • March 18, 1997: ITL REPORT ADOPTED; HJ40A,P1164

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