HB559

Allow for the waiver of peace officer refresher training

Introduced·10/28/25
Introduced Text

Ohio HB559 allows the Executive Director of the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission to waive refresher training for re-appointed peace officers.

Ohio HB559 permits the Executive Director of the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission to waive the requirement for re-appointed peace officers to complete refresher training for one year. This waiver applies if the required refresher training courses are currently unavailable. The Executive Director must respond to waiver requests within thirty days, indicating whether the request is granted or denied. The act is considered an emergency measure necessary for the immediate preservation of public peace, health, and safety.

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History

Oct 29, 2025

House

Referred to committee: Public Safety

Oct 28, 2025

House

Introduced