Massachusetts H2351 mandates police training on interactions with individuals on the autism spectrum and other intellectual and developmental.

Massachusetts H2351 requires municipal police training committees to establish a curriculum for law enforcement officers and correction officers on appropriate interactions with individuals on the autism spectrum and those with other intellectual and developmental disabilities. The training, which must be completed by January 1, 2024, includes techniques for de-escalating situations, understanding sensory processing, and ensuring safety in correctional facilities.

Massachusetts H2351 mandates police training on interactions with individuals on the autism spectrum and other intellectual and developmental.

Massachusetts H2351 requires municipal police training committees to establish a curriculum for law enforcement officers and correction officers on appropriate interactions with individuals on the autism spectrum and those with other intellectual and developmental disabilities. The training, which must be completed by January 1, 2024, includes techniques for de-escalating situations, understanding sensory processing, and ensuring safety in correctional facilities.