S1648
An Act relative to successful de-escalation techniques
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Bill overview
This bill requires law enforcement officers and student resource officers in Massachusetts to receive training in de-escalation techniques. The goal is to equip these officials with strategies to peacefully resolve potentially volatile situations, reducing the use of force and promoting safer interactions. The bill seeks to improve public safety by fostering more effective communication and conflict resolution skills among those who interact with the public. It builds upon existing efforts to enhance officer training and community relations.
Key provisions
- Requires training in de-escalation techniques for law enforcement officers.
- Requires training in de-escalation techniques for student resource officers.
- Training must be implemented by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
- The Department of Conservation and Recreation will develop training standards.
- The training must cover verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
- The training must address recognizing and responding to individuals in crisis.
- The training must include strategies for managing potentially dangerous situations.
Who is affected
- Law enforcement officers
- Student resource officers
- The public
- Massachusetts residents
- Department of Conservation and Recreation
Notable changes
- Introduces a mandate for specific de-escalation training for law enforcement and school resource officers.
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Bill S.1648 194th (Current)
An Act relative to successful de-escalation techniques
By Mr. Collins, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1648) of Nick Collins for legislation to require law enforcement and student resource officers to be trained in de-escalation techniques. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Nick Collins Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1648
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 8/26/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-2 |
| 1/15/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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