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Committee clarifies definition of "law enforcement officer" to allow federal assistance during emergencies
Summary
Senate Bill 99 was amended to remove language on sheriff qualifications and to clarify that federal law enforcement officers may assist local agencies during declared emergencies; committee passed the amended bill unanimously.
The Senate Public Safety Committee voted unanimously to approve a committee substitute for Senate Bill 99, which refines the statutory definition of "law enforcement officer" to clarify when federal personnel may render assistance to local agencies.
Senator Robertson, the bill's sponsor, said the measure "clarifies the definition of a law enforcement officer as a peace officer" and is…
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