A Wider Frame of Inclusion
Our Hate Crimes package cleared an important hurdle as all four bills were passed on second consideration.
The House must pass the package on final consideration before it makes its way to our chamber, where we will continue fighting for its passage.
What Our Hate Crimes Legislation Will Do
New Protections Under Ethnic Intimidation Statute
Senator Costa, Rep. Frankel, Rep. Nelson
This legislation amends Pennsylvania’s Ethnic Intimidation Statute to ensure protections for victims targeted because of their race, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, intellectual disability, physical or sensory or behavioral or mental health. It also provides victims with a civil cause of action against repeat offenders and people who solicit or aid offenders.
Hate Crime Training for Law Enforcement
Senator Costa, Rep. Frankel, Rep. Nelson
This legislation will provide our law enforcement officials with the tools they need to properly investigate, identify and report hate crimes.
Reporting System for Educational Institutions
Senator Costa, Rep. Frankel, Rep. Nelson
This legislation will require schools and postsecondary institutions to offer online and anonymous hate crime reporting options for students and employees. It will also encourage training for school employees in identifying and addressing hate incidents.
Education for Hate Crime Offenders
Senator Costa, Rep. Frankel, Rep. Nelson
This legislation will require an individual convicted of a hate crime to perform community service or complete educational classes relating to the motivating factor of the underlying crime.