Texas HB909 establishes a progressive disciplinary matrix for police officers, mandates training on use of force, and allows individuals to sue for.

Texas HB909, known as the George Floyd Act, amends various codes to address law enforcement misconduct and interactions. It implements a progressive disciplinary matrix for police officers, detailing standardized disciplinary actions based on infractions and prior conduct. The bill mandates that peace officer training includes prohibitions on certain neck restraints and policies on de-escalation and proportionate response. It allows individuals to sue public entities for deprivation of rights by peace officers under the color of law, with provisions for attorney's fees and costs.

Texas HB909 establishes a progressive disciplinary matrix for police officers, mandates training on use of force, and allows individuals to sue for.

Texas HB909, known as the George Floyd Act, amends various codes to address law enforcement misconduct and interactions. It implements a progressive disciplinary matrix for police officers, detailing standardized disciplinary actions based on infractions and prior conduct. The bill mandates that peace officer training includes prohibitions on certain neck restraints and policies on de-escalation and proportionate response. It allows individuals to sue public entities for deprivation of rights by peace officers under the color of law, with provisions for attorney's fees and costs.