House Resolution No. ___, introduced by Representatives Grove, James, Pickett, Anderson, Bernstine, and Watro, directs the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a comprehensive study on the feasibility of establishing a joint police and tactical unit training facility at Fort Indiantown Gap, involving the Pennsylvania National Guard and the Pennsylvania State Police. The resolution highlights the need for enhanced tactical training for police officers in Pennsylvania, given the increasing complexity and danger of law enforcement scenarios. It emphasizes that many officers currently rely on various specialized academies and private vendors for such training, and that a dedicated facility could improve the quality and accessibility of tactical training across the state.

The study mandated by the resolution will assess the estimated costs for constructing the facility, explore successful training models from other jurisdictions, and provide recommendations for ongoing education and collaborative training among local law enforcement agencies. Additionally, it will evaluate the potential for including other law enforcement personnel, such as sheriffs, in the training programs. The Joint State Government Commission is required to report its findings and recommendations to the House Judiciary Committee within 12 months of the resolution's adoption, which will inform any necessary legislative actions to establish the training facility if deemed feasible.