Relating to the protection of free speech rights at institutions of higher education, including the prosecution of the offenses of trespass, damage, and defacement at certain institutions of higher education, and criminal trespass.
The bill text for HB 2705 is unavailable in the provided context, with a note stating "This version is not currently available." The title indicates it relates to free speech protections at higher education institutions and addresses criminal trespass, damage, and defacement offenses. Without access to the actual bill language or summary details, a factual description of its provisions, mechanisms, or affected parties cannot be provided. The bill was filed on February 12, 2025, and referred to the Higher Education committee.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 18, 2025
Last action Mar 18, 2025
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Mar 18, 2025
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Referred to Higher Education
lower
Mar 18, 2025
Introduced
Read first time
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2 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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