Prohibit unauthorized displays of symbols on bridges, buildings

HB 544 prohibits the unauthorized projection of images onto buildings and the unauthorized display of symbols on bridges and highways without the owner's consent. The bill expands the legal penalties for aggravated trespass, specifically increasing the severity of crimes committed against critical infrastructure facilities. It also strengthens laws against ethnic intimidation by elevating unauthorized image projections made with malicious intent to harass or threaten groups based on protected characteristics to felony offenses. Additionally, the legislation imposes stricter fines on organizations that knowingly encourage or compensate individuals for committing these offenses and expands protections for religious gatherings, including virtual meetings.