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Senate approves bill on grooming of children after debate over intent requirement
Summary
The Wyoming Senate passed House Bill 9 on third reading after senators debated whether its language could accidentally criminalize well-intentioned adults. Supporters said the bill requires purposeful, knowing conduct and a pattern of behavior; the measure passed on a roll call.
The Wyoming Senate approved House Bill 9, an act addressing grooming of children, after a short floor debate centered on how the statute defines criminal intent.
Senator Case rose to ask for reassurances that the measure would not sweep in well-meaning adults who might counsel or support minors. He said some…
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