The bill H.171, introduced by Representative Burditt, aims to establish specific investigatory requirements for the Attorney General regarding law enforcement officers who unholster a firearm while performing their official duties. It introduces a new section, 3 V.S.A. 153a, which defines the terms "law enforcement agency" and "law enforcement officer" as per existing law. The Attorney General is granted the authority to initiate investigations into such incidents, with a mandate to complete these investigations within 90 days, although this timeframe may be extended in cases involving multiple injuries.

Additionally, the bill requires the Attorney General to prepare a written report for the officer under investigation and their employing agency, detailing the facts, analysis, conclusions, and any recommendations for criminal charges or policy changes. The Attorney General is also tasked with adopting rules to implement these provisions, which will cover the standard of review, timelines for investigations, and public access to information. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.