H 171: An act relating to criminal justice agency protocols for an officer-involved shooting
H 171 status: To Governor — House message: Governor approved bill on June 8, 2026 (updated May 29, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialThis bill creates new, official rules for how police must handle investigations whenever an officer shoots someone. It is currently being debated by lawmakers in the House.
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Environment
Benefits
- No direct effect identified
Risks
- No direct effect identified
Economy
Benefits
- No direct effect identified
Risks
- No direct effect identified
Society
Benefits
- Increases transparency in police investigations
- Standardizes oversight protocols
Risks
- Potential for increased administrative burden on smaller agencies
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CurrentHouse message: Governor approved bill on June 8, 2026
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