GA
Georgia House Bill HB352

Georgia 2023-2024 Regular Session

Georgia House Bill HB352

Introduced
2/9/23  

Caption

Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council; additional member to serve ex officio; provide

Impact

The introduction of this additional member to the council aims to enhance the oversight and educational standards for peace officers in Georgia. By representing a significant national organization, the bill seeks to ensure that the voices of minority communities within law enforcement are acknowledged and that training programs reflect these needs. This change is expected to influence the development of more inclusive training practices that support equitable representation in the law enforcement workforce.

Summary

House Bill 352 seeks to amend the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council's composition by adding an additional member who will serve ex officio. The bill emphasizes the inclusion of diverse representation in law enforcement by incorporating the president of the Georgia chapter of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE). This amendment is in response to ongoing discussions regarding the need for better representation and training within law enforcement agencies across Georgia.

Contention

While many support the bill as a necessary step towards improving diversity and representation in Georgia's law enforcement training, there may be concerns about the potential implications this could have on the Council's overall functionality and decision-making process. Critics could argue that political considerations might overshadow merit-based decisions in officer training and standards, leading to divisive approaches to law enforcement practices in the state.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

GA HB296

Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council; establish basic and in-service training courses on de-escalation techniques and methods

GA HB06840

An Act Expanding Membership Of The Police Officer Standards And Training Council.

GA SB418

Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council; basic and in-service training courses on animal fighting and recognition of animal abuse; establish

GA HB138

Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council; establish basic and in-service training courses on de-escalation techniques and methods

GA HB238

Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council; create and maintain an at-risk adult training course focusing on officer response to individuals with Alzheimer's disease or dementia

GA HB1345

Peace Officer Standards and Training Council; minimum number of basic training courses and required content for peace officers; provide

GA HR202

Ayers, Georgia Peace Officers Standards and Training Council's Executive Director Michael T.; awarded Georgia's Outstanding Police Chief of the Year; commend

GA HB246

Courts; office of sheriff and training of peace officers; revise qualification requirements

GA HB59

Provides relative to the Council on Peace Officer Standards and Training

GA SB96

Official Code of Georgia Annotated; provisions creating certain boards, panels, authorities, centers, commissions, committees, councils, task forces, and other such bodies; update and modernize

Similar Bills

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