HB2453Introduced in the House
GENDER-RELATED VIOLENCE
Introduced by Maura Hirschauer, District 49
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Amends the Gender Violence Act. Provides that "gender-related violence" includes sexual contact between a sexual organ of one person and an intimate part of another person in which a "sexually protective device" has been intentionally removed by the defendant without the consent of the plaintiff or unintentionally removed but the defendant continues to engage in sexual conduct without getting the consent of the unaware plaintiff. Defines "sexually protective device" as any of the following that is intended to prevent pregnancy or sexually transmitted infection: internal or external condom; spermicide; diaphragm; cervical cap; contraceptive sponge; dental dam; or another physical device intended to prevent pregnancy or sexually transmitted infection.
Where it stands
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
March 27, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
What do people think?
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Bill history
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Maura Hirschauer
First Reading
Referred to Rules Committee
Assigned to Judiciary - Civil Committee
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Katie Stuart
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
Assigned to Judiciary - Civil Committee
To Civil Procedure & Tort Liability Subcommittee
To Civil Procedure & Tort Liability Subcommittee
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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