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OK HB2883
Bill
Status
2/3/2025
Primary Sponsor
Mark Chapman
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AI Summary
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Creates the "Utility Worker Protection Act of 2025" establishing felony penalties for assault or battery against utility workers performing their job duties
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Defines "utility worker" as employees or contractors of any entity engaged in the sale, generation, distribution, or delivery of electricity, water, natural gas, or other utility services
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Punishable by imprisonment up to 2 years in the Department of Corrections, a fine up to $1,000, or both
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Requires the assault or battery be committed without justifiable or excusable cause and with intent to do bodily harm
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Effective date of November 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Crimes and punishments; creating the Utility Worker Protection Act of 2025; establishing assault or battery of a utility worker as a felony; effective date.
Last Action
Referred to Rules
2/12/2025