SB1491

Extends implementation period by one year, excludes litigation costs from maintenance of police force, and authorizes Board of Police Commissioners to adopt and certify its own budget

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Extends implementation period, excludes litigation costs, and authorizes budget adoption by Board of Police Commissioners

This bill extends the implementation period for the transition of municipal police forces to the Board of Police Commissioners by one year. It excludes litigation costs from the calculation of expenses for maintaining the police force. Additionally, it authorizes the Board of Police Commissioners to adopt and certify its own budget. The board will assume control of municipal police forces, ensuring continuity of operations and equitable employment transitions for personnel.

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Where it stands

Current
Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 5

Senate

Second Read and Referred S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee

Jan 7

Senate

S First Read

Dec 31, 2025

Senate

Prefiled