SB 140: Public safety.
SB 140 status: Enacted — Signed by the Governor (updated Mar 12, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialAmends the definition of "threat" in the intimidation statute to include posting a person's personal information on a social media platform with the intent to cause: (1) bodily injury to the person; (2) damage to the person's property; or (3) the commission of a crime against the person. Increases the penalty for intim...
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No material effect identified
Risks
- No material effect identified
Economy
Benefits
- Potential reduction in workplace harassment
Risks
- Increased state costs for criminal enforcement and prosecution
Society
Benefits
- Enhanced protection against targeted doxxing
- Increased deterrents for harassment against public officials
Risks
- Creates tiered justice by increasing penalties specifically for legislator victims
- Potential for overbreadth in regulating online speech
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