2020 Senate Bill 1125

Revise police training requirements

Introduced in the Senate

Sept. 22, 2020

Introduced by Sen. Pete Lucido (R-8)

To require that the state body responsible for certifying corrections officers include “crisis response and behavioral health training” among the training requirements, with lessons on “mental health or substance use needs in individuals,” crisis situations, diversion options and more.

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety

Oct. 6, 2020

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Dec. 3, 2020

Passed in the Senate 37 to 0 (details)

Received in the House

Dec. 8, 2020

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary