House Votes 107-51
Moments ago, the House voted to enact police reform and send it to the Governor for signature. We thank the 51 courageous individuals who stood with us. Like us, they too want reform but know this bill goes too far and puts officers and citizens in peril. We must continue to uphold our oath to
Senate Votes 31-9 to Pass Reform, House Finalizes on Tuesday After a long day of waiting, the Senate quickly voted down several amendments and passed what they called a compromise police teform package. Making minor concessions to assure the Governors signature, the Senate voted 31-9 and sent the bill to the House for action tomorrow.
Reform on tap for Monday
Although the Senate will be holding a formal session Friday, we have been told that police reform will not be on the agenda. Friday will be to take up budget overrides addressed by the House on Wednesday as well as abortion legislation overrides.The Senate will continue to examine the Governors amendments to the reform bill
SOS! We need your help!
After a weekend of productive dialogue, and positive feedback on Monday, today the train went off the rails. We were informed this morning that some in the Governors office had convinced him to put politics before public safety and abandon many of our amendments. We had worked on board makeup and due process protections. Although
House Votes on Police Reform
The house has voted 92 to 67 in favor of accepting the committee’s report. It is now on its way to the Governor’s Desk
Police Reform Update
After reviewing the bill, we urge you to call your legislators and ask them to vote no. Although it calls for a study of qualified immunity in another section it states if decertified the officer would be subject to litigation. Due process is weak at best and the makeup of various committees and commission are overwhelmingly