Bill > HB888

This bill modifies the legal requirements for peace officers' duties in providing medical aid and intervention, specifically clarifying and strengthening existing protocols. The legislation amends the Code of Criminal Procedure and Occupations Code to specify that peace officers must request and render aid for injured persons, with a key exception being situations where doing so would expose the officer or another person to a likely risk of serious bodily injury. The bill also updates training curriculum requirements to include detailed guidance on when officers should intervene to stop excessive force by other officers, such as when force violates state or federal law or puts a person at unnecessary risk of bodily injury. Additionally, the bill refines language around medical aid provisions, emphasizing that officers should provide aid to the extent of their skills and training, while maintaining protections that do not require officers to put themselves in dangerous situations. These changes aim to enhance accountability, promote officer intervention in potentially harmful situations, and ensure injured individuals receive appropriate medical attention. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, providing time for law enforcement agencies to update their training and protocols accordingly.

Military Affairs and Security

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