Committee approves corrections training cleanup bill expanding certification and oversight
The State and Local Government Committee unanimously approved Senate Bill 1589, a corrections 'cleanup' bill that would standardize certification for local correctional training academies, tighten action‑plan deadlines for safety deficiencies and allow certain institute personnel to carry handguns while performing official duties.
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Senate Bill 1589 cleared the State and Local Government Committee on a unanimous voice vote after the sponsor described the measure as a narrow cleanup bill aimed at improving consistency and safety in local jails.
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