S.1521

Requires law enforcement agencies to provide law enforcement officers with cultural diversity training and develop diversity action plan.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S1521 mandates cultural diversity training for law enforcement officers and requires agencies to develop diversity action plans.

New Jersey S1521 requires law enforcement agencies to provide cultural diversity training to officers and develop a cultural diversity action plan. These plans must emphasize positive relationships between police and community groups, encouraging collaboration to identify safety issues and establish strategies for safe neighborhoods. The plans also include strategies for outreach programs addressing social needs and concerns regarding crime, and forming partnerships with cultural, religious, and civic organizations, including those focused on preventing discrimination based on gender identity.

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Where it stands

Current
Law and Public Safety Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee