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This bill provides funding to the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection from the General Fund for drug recognition expert (DRE) training during the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The purpose of the funding is to support local and state law enforcement officers in receiving specialized training that will help them better identify motor vehicle operators who are impaired by cannabis or substances other than alcohol. Drug recognition experts are law enforcement officers with advanced training in detecting drug impairment through systematic observations and standardized field sobriety tests, which goes beyond traditional alcohol-focused impairment detection methods. By allocating specific funding for this training, the bill aims to enhance law enforcement's ability to recognize and respond to drug-impaired driving, which has become increasingly important with the legalization and broader use of cannabis and other substances that can affect driving performance.

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