Bill > S2820

This bill aims to reform police standards and shift resources to build a more equitable, fair and just commonwealth that values Black lives and communities of color. It establishes two permanent commissions - one on the status of African Americans and one on the status of Latinxs - to make policy recommendations to the legislature and executive agencies. The bill also creates an independent police officer standards and accreditation committee to certify, renew, revoke or modify the certification of law enforcement officers, and establishes detailed regulations on the use of force by law enforcement officers. It requires data collection and reporting on police encounters and interactions, and creates new requirements and oversight for law enforcement agencies seeking military-grade equipment. The bill also makes changes to police training, recruitment, discipline and accountability, and creates new programs and funding sources to support community-based crisis response and workforce development initiatives.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2820