Adds certain offenses committed by a family member to the list of crimes qualifying for bail.
Sponsored bills
Establishes the rural emergency first responder program revolving fund; requires grants be made for qualified farmedic programs.
Requires the board of elections to publicly release images of all ballots following an election.
Provides for a refundable tax credit for costs paid for new construction of new broadband networks to residences and small businesses located in rural, unserved areas.
Authorizes the possession of a firearm, shotgun or rifle in certain sport shooting and target practice facilities; provides that current restrictions on possession of a firearm, shotgun or rifle shall not include otherwise lawful possession for the purpose of participating in shooting sports, including practice and competition.
Establishes a Hire-Now tax credit; provides for new job creation; provides for additional credit where the person hired was receiving unemployment.
Authorizes bail and pre-trial detention for all arson felonies.
Requires legislative approval for the closure of correctional facilities and institutions.
Provides that the court may, in its discretion, dispense with the defendant's personal appearance at an arraignment and conduct an electronic arraignment.
Relates to powers and duties of trustees; provides for in state tuition rates for active and retired military members enrolled in any state-operated institution of the state university, whether or not a resident of the state.