Rhode Island H7637 prohibits denying employment opportunities to law enforcement officers or firefighters based on citizenship.

Rhode Island H7637 ensures that lawful permanent residents are eligible to apply for law enforcement and firefighter positions, provided they meet all other legal requirements. The bill prohibits discrimination based on country of citizenship in the application process. It also mandates that individuals complete academy training and pass a physical and mental examination before being sworn in. The bill does not alter existing background investigation, training, or certification standards.

Rhode Island H7637 prohibits denying employment opportunities to law enforcement officers or firefighters based on citizenship.

Rhode Island H7637 ensures that lawful permanent residents are eligible to apply for law enforcement and firefighter positions, provided they meet all other legal requirements. The bill prohibits discrimination based on country of citizenship in the application process. It also mandates that individuals complete academy training and pass a physical and mental examination before being sworn in. The bill does not alter existing background investigation, training, or certification standards.