Proponents say the change would guard against voter supression in areas where people are wary of law enforcement. Critics say it treats police as criminals.
Proposal follows a 2020 task force report about rising incidents of youth bias. Bill also allows people to seek punitive damages through a civil lawsuit.
JCP&L bore the brunt of the criticism as lawmakers summoned the power company leaders to a virtual hearing on the outages caused by Tropical Storm Isaias.