This bill establishes the Office of State Police Affairs (OSPA) as an independent entity within the Department of Treasury, tasked with overseeing the conduct of law enforcement officers employed by the Division of State Police. The director of OSPA, appointed by the Governor with Senate approval, will have a five-year term and will operate without supervision from other state departments. The director is granted significant authority, including the power to supervise the Superintendent of State Police, investigate allegations of misconduct, and compel testimony through subpoenas. The bill also mandates that law enforcement officers under investigation cannot use privilege or work-product protection to withhold information from the director.

Additionally, OSPA will review internal affairs investigations and equal employment opportunity complaints within the Division of State Police to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures and appropriate disciplinary actions. The director is responsible for conducting exit interviews with departing officers, preparing annual reports on recruitment and promotions, and maintaining records of investigations. The bill allows OSPA to decline certain investigations based on specific criteria and requires collaboration with other state oversight entities. All criminal complaints against law enforcement officers will be managed by OSPA, which will have the authority to prosecute these cases, ensuring transparency and accountability in law enforcement practices.