HB2015 creates a supplemental criminal justice account to fund local law enforcement and authorizes a local option tax.

HB2015 creates a supplemental criminal justice account in the state treasury to fund local law enforcement agencies. The funds are distributed to qualified cities and counties based on a per capita formula. Grant funding can be used for recruiting, retention bonuses, training, and broader public safety efforts. The bill also authorizes a local option tax to be imposed by cities and counties, with the proceeds used for criminal justice purposes.

HB2015 creates a supplemental criminal justice account to fund local law enforcement and authorizes a local option tax.

HB2015 creates a supplemental criminal justice account in the state treasury to fund local law enforcement agencies. The funds are distributed to qualified cities and counties based on a per capita formula. Grant funding can be used for recruiting, retention bonuses, training, and broader public safety efforts. The bill also authorizes a local option tax to be imposed by cities and counties, with the proceeds used for criminal justice purposes.