HF69

This Minnesota legislative bill mandates that all peace officers must be United States citizens to be eligible for licensing. The bill amends existing statutes to incorporate citizenship requirements, sets forth regulations for postsecondary education programs for peace officers, and dictates the standards and procedures for licensing, training, and conduct of peace officers. It also outlines provisions for continuing to license current non-citizen peace officers until 2027 under certain conditions. Additionally, it requires thorough background checks that verify U.S. citizenship for all peace officer applicants. The effectiveness of these rules and procedures is monitored, with required updates and reports to ensure they remain aligned with law enforcement standards and training goals.