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House Bill 2366 |
House Author: Buckley et al. |
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Effective: 9-1-21 |
Senate Sponsor: Hughes et al. |
House Bill 2366 amends the Penal Code to create a state jail felony offense for exploding or igniting fireworks with the intent to interfere with or flee from a law enforcement officer under certain circumstances. The bill provides penalty enhancements if the offense involves any non‑consumer firework or causes serious bodily injury to an officer under certain circumstances. Additionally, the bill provides penalty enhancements for the unlawful use of a laser pointer directed at a uniformed safety officer if the conduct causes bodily injury or serious bodily injury to the officer.