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Public Safety asks lawmakers for Aero Bureau, trooper hires, vehicle and technology funding to meet growing demand
Summary
The Utah Department of Public Safety requested funding for the Aero Bureau, 10 highway patrol troopers, overtime, vehicle and lease shortfalls, records management and video‑redaction positions during a Jan. 31 appropriations subcommittee hearing.
The Utah Department of Public Safety (DPS) asked the Criminal Justice Appropriations Subcommittee on Jan. 31 for multiple additions to its budget to support law enforcement operations, saying growth in population, miles driven and special events have strained existing resources.
Jess Anderson, commissioner of public safety, told the committee the agency’s request includes funding for the Aero Bureau, additional troopers, overtime, vehicle and equipment shortfalls, ongoing maintenance for a new records management system and positions for video redaction.
Aero Bureau: Anderson said DPS recorded 978 law‑enforcement missions and search‑and‑rescue flights in 2024, with about 300 people rescued by helicopter last year. The department…
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