Texas Senate Bill SB1185

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Caption

Relating to achievement awards presented by the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education.

Impact

If enacted, SB 1185 would modify the current framework regarding how achievement awards are distributed among law enforcement officers in Texas. By establishing a limit to the number of awards that may be presented annually, it seeks to standardize recognition practices across the state's law enforcement agencies. This change could foster a culture of excellence and motivate officers to strive for high performance by providing them with formal accolades for their accomplishments.

Summary

Senate Bill 1185 aims to amend the Occupations Code by allowing the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education to present achievement awards for a maximum of 20 incidents and accomplishments each year. This legislative change is intended to enhance the recognition of law enforcement officers and promote exemplary performance within the ranks. The bill serves as a formalization of how achievements are recognized and highlights the importance of such incentives in law enforcement practices.

Contention

While the bill presents a seemingly straightforward amendment, there may be underlying discussions about the potential implications of limiting recognition to a specific number of incidents each year. Some stakeholders might argue that such a limit could inadvertently diminish the motivation for broader recognition of efforts, especially in agencies that may have numerous commendable incidents throughout the year. Furthermore, considerations around the criteria for award selection and the transparency of the awarding process might also be points of contention among law enforcement and community stakeholders.