HB 356 — Relating to law enforcement training; to require each law enforcement officer to undergo training related to individuals with certain sensory needs or invisible disabilities every other year; and to provide that the Alabama Peace Officers' Standards and Training Commission shall collaborate with a nonprofit company to provide the training.
Last action — Enacted as 2023-354
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This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced April 20, 2023. Enacted.
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Enacted
Current position in the legislative process.
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1 sponsor
1 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.
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Single-party support
Sponsorship is currently within one party (1 R).
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Cleared a recorded vote
Passed 5 recorded votes so far.
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Summary
Law enforcement training, annual training related to individuals with sensory needs and certain disabilities, required
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
68 added · 67 removedPlain-language change summary
The latest version of HB 356 includes more specific language about the training law enforcement officers will receive regarding individuals with sensory needs or invisible disabilities. It clarifies that the Alabama Peace Officers' Standards and Training Commission will partner with a nonprofit organization to deliver this training. This change is important because it ensures that officers have the necessary support and resources to effectively interact with individuals who have these specific needs, ultimately fostering better understanding and safety in law enforcement encounters.
HB356 ENGROSSEDENROLLED 0ZIQGC-20ZIQGC-3 By Representatives Hulsey, Ledbetter, Robertson, Pettus, 3 Treadaway, Colvin, Kitchens, Bolton, Faulkner, Kiel, Stadthagen, Simpson, Shirey, Lamb, Gidley, Holk-Jones, Lomax, Givens, Tillman, Sellers, DuBose, Bedsole, Shaw, Rogers, Rigsby, Woods, Almond, McCampbell, Stubbs, Starnes, Daniels, Hall, Wood (D), Stringer RFD:
20-Apr-23 2023 Regular Session Page 0 HB356 EngrossedEnrolled 2Enrolled, 4An AAct, BILL3 TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT 9 Relating to law enforcement training;
(2) The commission shall collaborate with a nonprofit company that provides training on individuals with sensory needs or invisible disabilities to administer the training Page 1 HB356 Engrossed required by this subsection.
(c)(1) The commission shall review each law enforcement Page 1 HB356 Enrolled agency's compliance with this act in the same manner that the commission reviews compliance with other continuing education requirements.
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Amendments
2 amendmentsClick Show changes on an amendment above to see how it modifies the bill.
Action History
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Enrolled
Sponsors
- Leigh Hulsey · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 139 not signed on
Sponsors (1)
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (139)
139 members have not signed on to this bill.
Show all 139 →"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.
Votes
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| D | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unaffiliated | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| % of votes cast | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
How each member voted (34)
| Member | Party | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Greg J. Reed | — | Yea |
| Bobby D. Singleton | D | Yea |
| Kirk Hatcher | D | Yea |
| Linda Coleman-Madison | D | Yea |
| Merika Coleman | D | Yea |
| Robert Stewart | D | Yea |
| Rodger M. Smitherman | D | Yea |
| Vivian Davis Figures | D | Yea |
| William M. Beasley | D | Yea |
| Andrew Jones | R | Yea |
| April Weaver | R | Yea |
| Arthur Orr | R | Yea |
| Chris Elliott | R | Yea |
| Clyde Chambliss | R | Yea |
| Dan Roberts | R | Yea |
| David Sessions | R | Yea |
| Donnie Chesteen | R | Yea |
| Garlan Gudger | R | Yea |
| Gerald H. Allen | R | Yea |
| Greg Albritton | R | Yea |
| J. T. 'Jabo' Waggoner | R | Yea |
| Jack W. Williams | R | Yea |
| Jay Hovey | R | Yea |
| Josh Carnley | R | Yea |
| Keith Kelley | R | Yea |
| Lance Bell | R | Yea |
| Larry Stutts | R | Yea |
| Randy Price | R | Yea |
| Sam Givhan | R | Yea |
| Shay Shelnutt | R | Yea |
| Steve Livingston | R | Yea |
| Tim Melson | R | Yea |
| Tom Butler | R | Yea |
| Will Barfoot | R | Yea |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| R | 70 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| D | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 101 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| % of votes cast | 99% | 0% | 0% | 1% |
How each member voted (102)
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| R | 71 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| D | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 102 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| % of votes cast | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
How each member voted (102)
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| R | 71 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| D | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 102 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| % of votes cast | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
How each member voted (102)
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| R | 66 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| D | 25 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 96 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| % of votes cast | 94% | 0% | 0% | 6% |
How each member voted (102)
Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- What does HB 356 do?
- Law enforcement training, annual training related to individuals with sensory needs and certain disabilities, required
- Who sponsors HB 356?
- HB 356 is sponsored by Leigh Hulsey (R).
- What is the current status of HB 356?
- This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced April 20, 2023. Enacted.
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