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This bill modifies the basic training requirements for peace officers (law enforcement personnel) in Missouri, specifically focusing on the hours dedicated to racial profiling and related diversity training. Currently, peace officers licensed on or after August 28, 2027, are required to complete six hours of training related to racial profiling, which includes two hours each of racial profiling training, implicit bias training, and de-escalation training. The bill increases this requirement from six to nine total hours, expanding each component from two to three hours. This means peace officers will now receive three hours of racial profiling training, three hours of implicit bias training, and three hours of de-escalation training. The goal of this training is to promote understanding and respect for racial and cultural differences and to teach law enforcement officers effective, non-confrontational methods for performing their duties in diverse communities. The bill is part of the POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) commission's ongoing efforts to improve law enforcement training and cultural competency.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.senate.mo.gov/26info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=646