This bill amends section 81-1414.07 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska to update the continuing education requirements for law enforcement officers. It eliminates obsolete provisions and changes the number of required annual continuing education hours based on the population of the county where the officer serves. Specifically, officers in counties with a population of forty thousand or more will need to complete thirty-two hours, while those in smaller counties will need to complete twenty hours. Additionally, the bill introduces a provision for officers who are not currently employed but wish to maintain their professional status, allowing them to be considered as serving in their county of residence.

The bill also outlines the topics that must be included in the continuing education, such as de-escalation, mental health, substance abuse issues, anti-bias training, and legal updates. The continuing education can be delivered through various formats, including seminars, college classes, and online instruction. The act is set to become operative on January 1, 2026, and it repeals the original section 81-1414.07.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 81-1414.07