Public safety radio and crime victims account established, report required, and money appropriated.
What changed between versions
New appropriations were added for a Safe and Secure Courthouse Initiative ($4M), Capitol Security Screening ($4.463M), Capitol Security Enhancements ($4.454M), and Legislative Services ($1.06M).
Elected officials are now required to submit and verify their emergency contact information (addresses, phone numbers, family members) to the Commissioner of Public Safety annually by January 31.
A new Legislative Services Unit was created within Capitol Security to coordinate security for legislators, develop threat protocols, and provide training.
A Security Services Task Force was established to advise on security and protective services for members of the legislature.
The Commissioner must submit an annual public report on Capitol security performance, including threat assessments and security incidents, starting in 2028.
New definitions were established for 'elected official' and 'member expenses' to clarify who is covered under the new security provisions.
The Commissioner of Public Safety is authorized to provide personal security and protection to legislators in response to credible threats, with reimbursement required from the legislature.
The scope of the State Patrol's duties was expanded to include providing security and protection to the governor, legislature, and state buildings.
