This bill amends existing laws to facilitate contracts between the Department of Public Safety and municipalities for law enforcement services. It allows state troopers operating under such contracts to enforce municipal criminal ordinances if authorized by the contract. Additionally, the bill outlines the general powers of municipalities, including the ability to enter into agreements with the Department of Public Safety for law enforcement services and to receive grants and contracts under specified statutes.

The bill establishes a framework for these contracts, detailing the types of services that can be provided, such as routine patrol and emergency response, and sets a maximum duration of 20 years for the contracts. It also introduces a reimbursement program for municipalities based on their population size, with varying percentages of costs covered by the state. The Department of Public Safety is required to publish an annual report on the contracts, detailing their costs and performance outcomes. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
SB0242A, AM SB 242, introduced 02/11/2026: 18.65.080, 44.41.075, 29.35.010, 29.35.450, 18.65.670, 34.35.070, 34.35.064, 37.05.146, 44.41.020