Why This Matters
This bill sets up a program to give money to local police departments to help them get certified or re-certified by professional organizations. This helps ensure that law enforcement agencies meet certain standards and improve their operations.
If you work in a small police department, your agency could receive funding to improve its accreditation status.
Affects: Local police departments with fewer than 350 employees will benefit from this funding.
What changes is this bill making?
1. The bill creates a grant program for local law enforcement agencies. 2. Agencies can apply for funding to help with accreditation or re-certification costs. 3. The Attorney General will manage the grant program and distribute funds. 4. The program will have $10 million available for the fiscal year 2025. 5. Only agencies with fewer than 350 employees can apply for these grants.
Who is affected?
Local police departments with fewer than 350 employees will benefit from this funding.