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HB 8463 Failed

AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- ARREST

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Makes it unlawful for a person in the custody of the department of corrections to use any force or weapon to resist a lawful request or directive.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Apr 17, 2026
Last action
Apr 30, 2026 — 04/30/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Sponsor
Megan Cotter D
Session
2026
Momentum
5 · Stalled