HB2261

In law enforcement background investigations and employment information, providing for additional employment history for certain Federal immigration enforcement applicants.

Introduced·3/3/26
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB2261 requires applicants for law enforcement positions to disclose additional employment history, particularly for those with prior.

Pennsylvania HB2261 amends Title 44 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to require applicants for law enforcement positions to provide additional employment history, especially those with prior roles in federal immigration enforcement. The bill mandates applicants to submit a form detailing their employment history, including contact information for former supervisors and a statement on any investigations or disciplinary actions related to deadly force. The Pennsylvania State Police Commission will review this information and provide a fitness determination.

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History

Mar 3

House

Referred to Judiciary