Crimes and punishments; making certain acts unlawful; codification; effective date.

HB 1061 makes it a crime to assault or batter certain public officials while they are performing their duties. It specifically targets attacks on municipal, county, or state officials like police, fire, code enforcement, health, or building inspectors - anyone legally authorized to investigate or enforce local, county, or state laws. Assaults on these officials become a misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in jail or a $1,000 fine, while battery or aggravated assault becomes a felony punishable by up to five years in prison or a $5,000 fine. The bill defines "official" broadly to include roles designated by local laws or ordinances.