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NJ AR73
NJ AR73Urges Attorney General to require training for law enforcement regarding the developmentally disabled and persons with behavioral health crises.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This Assembly Resolution urges the Attorney General to establish in-service training requirements for all New Jersey law enforcement officers regarding dealing with individuals who are developmentally disabled or experiencing a behavioral health crisis. The purpose of this training is to expand law enforcement's awareness of the needs of persons who are developmentally disabled or who have behavioral health issues. The resolution encourages the Attorney General, in cooperation with local, county, and State law enforcement agencies, to establish the training and promulgate guidelines. Specifically, the resolution notes that a minimum of two hours of training every three years has been beneficial in those departments that currently incorporate this in-service training requirement. The resolution suggests NJLearn as a possible source of this training. Currently, NJLearn offers programs which are free to first responders and emergency personnel that may be incorporated into in-service training for law enforcement officers.
AI Summary
This resolution urges the New Jersey Attorney General to establish mandatory in-service training for all state law enforcement officers specifically focused on understanding and effectively responding to individuals with developmental disabilities or those experiencing behavioral health crises. The training would require a minimum of two hours every three years and aims to expand law enforcement's awareness and sensitivity when interacting with these populations. Currently, while basic police training includes some awareness of developmental disabilities and crisis intervention, there are no statewide mandatory ongoing training requirements for these specialized interactions. The resolution suggests using NJLearn, a training platform that offers free programs for first responders, as a potential resource for delivering this training. By implementing these training requirements, the resolution seeks to improve law enforcement's ability to safely and compassionately engage with developmentally disabled individuals and those in behavioral health emergencies, ultimately enhancing public safety and understanding.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee (on 01/09/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/AR73 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/AR/73_I1.HTM |
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