AN ACT CONCERNING SPECIALIZED LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING.

HB 6631 would require Connecticut to create specialized law enforcement training programs for certified police officers and investigators from countries with significant diaspora communities in the state. The bill amends Chapter 104 of Connecticut’s general statutes to establish this training, focusing on cultural competency and community engagement. It directly affects officers and investigators working in Connecticut who are certified and represent or serve communities with large immigrant populations from specific countries. The legislation aims to improve police-community relations through targeted training, without altering existing law enforcement authority or funding mechanisms.