Massachusetts S1530 requires flotation devices in police vehicles and mandates water rescue training for officers.
Massachusetts S1530 amends Chapter 147 of the General Laws to require local and state police officers to have flotation devices in their on-duty vehicles. These devices must be suitable for water rescues. Additionally, officers must receive training on using these flotation devices safely. The municipal police training committee can create regulations to implement this Act.
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