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This bill implements Proposition 130 by creating a comprehensive framework for supporting law enforcement officers and first responders through two primary mechanisms: a Peace Officer Training and Support Fund and a First Responder Death Benefit program. The bill establishes a fund that will receive annual transfers from the state general fund, starting at $15 million in 2026 and potentially increasing based on certain financial calculations. Law enforcement agencies can receive distributions from this fund to support officer training, education, compensation, hiring bonuses, and retention efforts, with strict guidelines to ensure the funds supplement rather than replace existing budgets. Additionally, the bill creates a death benefit program that provides a $1 million payment to eligible beneficiaries (such as spouses, children, or parents) of first responders who die in the line of duty or from an occupational disease. The bill also includes provisions for tax treatment of these death benefits and requires detailed reporting and auditing to ensure proper use of the funds. The legislation aims to provide financial support and recognition for law enforcement and emergency service professionals, with specific definitions and rules governing the distribution and use of these funds.

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https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/sb25-310