New Jersey A2533 expands the definition of bias intimidation to include members of the press or media as a protected class.

New Jersey A2533 amends the state's bias intimidation law to include members of the press or media in the list of protected classes. This bill revises the definition of bias intimidation to cover offenses targeting individuals based on race, color, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ethnicity, or employment as a member of the press or media. The bill also outlines additional penalties for those convicted of bias intimidation, including mandatory sensitivity training, counseling programs, and community service.

New Jersey A2533 expands the definition of bias intimidation to include members of the press or media as a protected class.

New Jersey A2533 amends the state's bias intimidation law to include members of the press or media in the list of protected classes. This bill revises the definition of bias intimidation to cover offenses targeting individuals based on race, color, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ethnicity, or employment as a member of the press or media. The bill also outlines additional penalties for those convicted of bias intimidation, including mandatory sensitivity training, counseling programs, and community service.