LINCOLN- The Judiciary Committee heard testimony on Sen. Joni Albrecht's bill to create stiffer penalties for rioters who injure law enforcement or other public officers. She said she brought this bill because she was troubled by scenes of police being targeted by protesters.

“If we expect our first responders to protect our person and property, we must give them the tools to keep themselves safe as well,” Albrecht told the committee. “We must provide law enforcement and county attorneys the tools to discourage and deter.”

The committee heard testimony by several supporters and a one opponent. The ACLU, appearing in opposition, said they believe this will infringe on citizens rights to protest and that there are already laws in place to protect law enforcement. Sen. Albrecht does not believe those laws are enough.

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