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Committee debates ban on law-enforcement training with foreign militaries and intelligence services
Summary
Lawmakers heard House Bill 2293, which would bar Washington law enforcement and the CJTC from training with foreign militaries, intelligence or security services. Supporters cited constitutional and community concerns; law-enforcement groups warned the language is vague and could block useful training and international coordination.
The House Community Safety Committee on Jan. 13, 2026, heard House Bill 2293, a proposal to prohibit Washington general and limited-authority law enforcement agencies and the Criminal Justice Training Commission from participating in training programs, exchanges or partnerships with foreign militaries, intelligence agencies or security services.
Corey Patton, committee staff, told members the bill has three main components: banning agency participation in foreign…
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