aggravated assault; utility workers

Summary

The bill rewrites the definition of aggravated assault to include assaults on a broad list of public‑service employees, such as utility, telecommunications and video service workers, as well as first responders, peace officers, teachers, health‑care workers and others. It also makes these assaults punishable by mandatory minimum sentences, eliminates most sentence‑reduction options, and adds extra time for assaults on peace officers. The changes apply through Jan. 1, 2033, with a slightly revised list taking effect after Dec. 31, 2032.

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