An Act to amend the definition of hate crime

This bill (HD 454) clarifies how restitution must be used for property damage caused by hate crimes. It specifies that when a court orders restitution for damage to real or personal property motivated by race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability, the funds must directly repair the damaged property. The bill affects victims of hate crimes involving property damage, ensuring restitution serves the specific purpose of repairing the harm. It does not expand the definition of hate crime but modifies the restitution requirement under existing law.