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FL S0562
Bill
AI Summary
- Creates new section 104.47 of Florida Statutes, establishing criminal penalties for harassment of election workers
- Defines "election worker" as a member of a county canvassing board or any individual serving as an election official or poll worker in connection with a Florida election
- Prohibits intimidating, threatening, coercing, or harassing an election worker with intent to impede or interfere with the worker's official duties or to retaliate against the worker for performing those duties
- Classifies violations as a third-degree felony, punishable under Florida statutes sections 775.082 and 775.083 (up to 5 years imprisonment and/or a $5,000 fine)
- Scheduled to take effect October 1, 2024, and sponsored by Senator Rouson
Legislative Description
Harassment of Election Workers
Last Action
Died in Rules
3/8/2024
Committee Referrals
Rules2/5/2024
Full Bill Text
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