2009 Senate Bill 949

Increase war memorial vandalism penalties

Introduced in the Senate

Oct. 28, 2009

Introduced by Sen. Randy Richardville (R-17)

To raise penalties for the destruction or mutilation of a war memorial or monument to $5,000 or triple the cost of the damage, whichever is greater, increase community service penalties to up to 200 hours in a veterans home or veterans service organization.

Referred to the Committee on Senior Citizens and Veterans Affairs

Nov. 10, 2009

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Passed in the Senate 34 to 0 (details)

Received in the House

Nov. 10, 2009