The proposed bill would amend current statutes by establishing a Cargo Theft Task Force under the authority of the Attorney General, aimed at combating crimes related to cargo theft and related offenses. This new task force would be formed subject to legislative appropriation and would include participation from federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to enhance the effectiveness of their combined resources. The task force would focus on offenses involving cargo that affects interstate or intrastate commerce and would consist of specific personnel, including a full-time prosecutor, paralegal, support staff, and six investigators, along with any additional law enforcement personnel designated by the Attorney General.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the task force meet regularly to review investigations, coordinate with law enforcement and industry stakeholders, and submit an annual report detailing its activities, trends in cargo theft, and recommendations for legislative or policy actions. Definitions for "cargo" and "cargo theft" are also provided to clarify the scope of the task force's focus. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the state's ability to address and reduce cargo theft through organized law enforcement efforts and strategic reporting.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-191.14
Senate Engrossed Version: 41-191.14
House Engrossed Version: 41-191.14