Relative to the establishment of minority recruitment and selection program
Impact
If enacted, H3636 will amend Chapter 12 of the General Laws, mandating each law enforcement agency to develop a recruitment program that meets specific targets for hiring minorities and females. The bill obligates law enforcement agencies to submit annual reports to the attorney general detailing the demographic composition of their current officers, applicants, and appointments. By tracking these statistics, the bill aims to ensure accountability and transparency in the recruitment processes of law enforcement agencies.
Summary
House Bill 3636 proposes the establishment of mandatory minority recruitment and selection programs for law enforcement agencies within Massachusetts. The bill aims to address the historical patterns of discrimination in law enforcement by requiring each agency to devise a program that ensures its workforce reflects the diversity of the communities it serves. This is seen as a critical measure towards improving community relations and increasing trust in law enforcement among minority populations.