The Cade Noah Act requires law enforcement officers in Alabama to undergo training every other year on interacting with individuals with sensory needs or invisible disabilities. This training is in addition to the continuing education course requirement. The Alabama Peace Officers' Standards and Training Commission (APOSTC) will collaborate with a nonprofit company to provide the training, which can be done in person or online. The commission will review law enforcement agencies' compliance with the training requirement and ensure that the training is regularly updated to include changes and trends related to individuals with sensory needs or invisible disabilities. The act will become effective on January 1, 2024.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 36-21-51