HB 1156-S - DIGEST

(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE)

     Provides that, before community corrections officers and immediate supervisors may carry firearms, they shall complete firearms training that complies with the standards and requirements established by the commission.

     Requires the department of corrections to arrange for and fund the firearms training, and shall purchase firearms, materials, and equipment necessary for the firearms training.

     Provides that the department shall also pay for the firearms and equipment that the community corrections officers and their immediate supervisors are authorized to carry.