The Homeland Security & Public Safety Committee will
meet on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. to hear invited testimony
only on the following interim charges:
Charge #1. Monitoring: Conduct active oversight of
all associated rule making and other governmental actions taken to ensure the
intended legislative outcome of all legislation, including the following:
HB 3290, relating to the next generation 9-1-1 service
fund;
SB 602, relating to the law enforcement authority of
federal border patrol agents.
Charge #3. Use of Less-Lethal Devices in Law
Enforcement: Study the use of less-lethal devices in law enforcement
encounters, including recent incidents, and their potential to reduce the
risk of death or injury to officers and suspects. Consider methods to
increase the use of less-lethal devices for the safety and benefit of all
parties.
Charge #4. Communications Interoperability: Study
the communications challenges of first responders and emergency personnel.
Make recommendations, considering the need for a cross-agency communications
upgrade or statewide interoperability plan, to increase reliable, available,
and modern communications for public safety and emergency response purposes
in communities across the state.
Electronic Public Comments may be submitted for: