Bill > A05501

This bill requires diversity and inclusion training to be incorporated into basic training and pre-employment courses for multiple public safety professionals, including state police officers, municipal police officers, sheriffs, fire department members, corrections officers, first responders, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), and advanced EMTs. Specifically, the bill mandates that diversity training must comprise at least five percent of basic training curricula and be provided by an accredited educator or accreditation body. The training must cover sensitivity to issues related to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, and disabilities. Each relevant agency (state police, municipal law enforcement, fire departments, corrections, and health departments) is required to establish and implement these training policies, with the state police superintendent responsible for promulgating rules and regulations to implement the requirements. The accreditation body will also be responsible for sharing these policies with the relevant agencies to ensure consistent implementation across different public safety sectors. The bill aims to promote understanding, respect, and cultural competence among public safety professionals by ensuring they receive comprehensive diversity training as part of their initial professional preparation.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5501