SB 80-FN-A is a bill that requires custodial interrogations to be recorded and establishes a fund to provide grants to state law enforcement agencies for the purchase of recording equipment. The bill defines "custodial interrogation" and "electronic recording" and specifies that interrogations must be recorded electronically or by audio means if electronic recording is not feasible. There are exceptions to this requirement for interrogations conducted in another state or by federal law enforcement agencies. The bill also establishes the Electronic Equipment Acquisition Fund, which will be administered by the Department of Safety and prioritize agencies without recording equipment. An appropriation of $50,000 is included for the fund.

The Department of Safety estimates that administrative costs associated with awarding the grants may require a part-time Program Specialist position or additional overtime funds. Municipal police departments and county agencies may need to purchase additional equipment to comply with the bill, but the exact need is unknown at this time. The fiscal impact of the bill is expected to occur after FY 2023.