Senate Bill No. 409 proposes the establishment of a working group tasked with studying the statutory roles of various law enforcement and public safety positions within the state. The bill mandates that the working group, convened by the chairpersons of the relevant joint standing committee, will identify the different positions involved in law enforcement and public safety, assess their jurisdictions and responsibilities, and evaluate which positions require training or certification by the Police Officer Standards and Training Council. Additionally, the group will consider any necessary statutory changes to better define these positions or address related objectives.

The working group will consist of several key members, including the chairpersons and ranking members of the public safety committee, commissioners from relevant state departments, and representatives from judicial and law enforcement organizations. The group is required to meet within sixty days of the bill's passage and will select cochairpersons from among its members. A report detailing the group's findings and recommendations, including any proposed legislative changes, must be submitted by January 1, 2027. The bill does not impose any fiscal impact on the state or municipalities.