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This bill codifies the New Hampshire Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission, which was previously established by executive order, into state law. The commission will be administratively attached to the New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council with the goal of improving law enforcement services and building community trust through a voluntary state-based accreditation program. The commission will consist of 9 members, including the attorney general, police standards and training council director, a state senator, a state representative, three police chiefs, a sheriff's association representative, a university representative, and a public member, all appointed by the governor. The commission will have the authority to publish accreditation standards, assess and monitor law enforcement agencies, grant or revoke accreditation, adopt rules and fees, and accept donations or grants. Members will be appointed by the governor, who will also designate the chair, vice chair, and secretary. The commission can meet as needed, with a majority vote required for official actions, and can potentially delegate some of its powers to the director of police standards and training. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage.

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