The bill amends Section 3311 of Title 70 of the Oklahoma Statutes, establishing the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET) as a governmental agency responsible for overseeing the professional training and continuing education of law enforcement officers. It introduces an alternative certification path and mandates criminal history checks for agency employees and contractors with access to peace officer records. The bill also outlines the Council's composition, responsibilities, and authority, including the certification of canine teams and the ability to enter contracts for training facilities, while emphasizing the importance of maintaining high standards in law enforcement training and operations.

Additionally, the bill implements several key amendments to the certification and employment processes for peace officers, such as requiring comprehensive background investigations, including fingerprint searches and psychological evaluations. It sets age, education, and citizenship requirements for applicants and establishes a waiting period for those deemed unsuitable for employment. The legislation also emphasizes mental health training, mandates timely reporting of officer employment changes, and outlines disciplinary actions for violations. New provisions for canine team certification and reimbursement requirements for law enforcement agencies are included, with the bill set to take effect on November 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 70-3311