Significant legislation sponsored or co-sponsored by Senator Poore during the 2015 session.

SB-51

Sponsor[s]: Peterson

Co-sponsor[s]: Blevins, Hall-Long, Henry, Poore

Expands the definition of people eligible to testify via closed-circuit television if a judge determines the victim or witness is suffering serious emotional distress and cannot reasonably communicate otherwise. Specifically includes victims of stalking and sexual assault.

Status: Signed into law