The bill amends and reenacts several sections of Louisiana law regarding law enforcement, specifically focusing on the integration of tactical medical professionals into law enforcement operations. It defines a "tactical medical professional" as a licensed paramedic or physician who provides medical support during high-risk incidents. The bill allows these professionals to carry firearms under specific conditions, including having an active concealed weapons permit and being appointed by the head of a law enforcement agency. Additionally, it establishes that tactical medical professionals have the same legal immunities as law enforcement officers when acting within the scope of their duties.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new training requirements for auxiliary peace officers, mandating a minimum of 100 hours of core curriculum training and annual in-service training. It also clarifies the roles and limitations of auxiliary officers, emphasizing that they cannot make arrests or conduct searches unless supervised by a certified deputy sheriff. The bill updates the training program for auxiliary peace officers to comply with these new standards by January 1, 2026, and modifies existing provisions to include auxiliary officers in various contexts, such as training and certification processes.

Statutes affected:
SB192 Original: 40:2(A), 40:2405(A)(2)
SB192 Engrossed: 40:2(A), 40:2405(A)(2)