When was Florida House Bill HB 17 introduced?

HB 17 was introduced on Sep 15, 2025.

What's the current status of Florida House Bill HB 17?

The latest action on HB 17 by the House was: Filed on Sep 15, 2025.

Who introduced Florida House Bill HB 17?

HB 17 was introduced by Jessica Baker.

Bill tracking in Florida - HB 17 (2026 legislative session)

Introduced
Sep 15, 2025
Passed House
Passed Senate
Signed into Law

HB 17

Florida House Bill

Criminal Offenses Against Law Enforcement Officers and Other Personnel; Revises prohibition on use or threatened use of force to resist arrest or detention; provides for enhanced punishment for manslaughter when committed against specified officers; revises provisions concerning assault or battery upon specified officers & other personnel; revises provision concerning resisting, obstructing, or opposing specified officers or legally authorized persons; increases level on offense severity ranking chart for committing battery on law enforcement officers & other specified personnel.

Last Action See all actions

House • Sep 15, 2025: Filed

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H 17 Filed