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HB 25-1262

Regulate Private Security Officers & Agencies

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Nick Hinrichsen and 2 co-sponsors

Summary of HB 25-1262: Regulate Private Security Officers & Agencies Purpose and IntentThis bill aims to establish new regulations and oversight for private security officers and a

House Committee on Finance Postpone Indefinitely
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Bill Summary · HB 25-1262

Summary of HB 25-1262: Regulate Private Security Officers & Agencies

Purpose and Intent

This bill aims to establish new regulations and oversight for private security officers and agencies operating in the state. The primary goals are to ensure appropriate training, licensing, and accountability for these private security professionals.

Key Provisions

  • Licensing Requirement: The bill would mandate that all private security officers obtain a state-issued license to work in this capacity. This license would require completion of a training program and passing an exam.
  • Agency Registration: Private security companies would be required to register with the state and meet certain standards to operate legally.
  • Use of Force Guidelines: The bill would set clear guidelines for the appropriate use of force by private security personnel, including restrictions on the use of lethal force.
  • Complaint and Disciplinary Process: The legislation establishes a formal process for the public to file complaints about private security officers or agencies. Sustained complaints could result in license revocation or other disciplinary action.
  • Oversight and Reporting: A new state-level oversight board would be created to monitor the private security industry, investigate incidents, and publish annual reports on the sector's activities and performance.

Affected Parties

  • Private security officers who work for contract security firms, proprietary security departments, or as independent contractors
  • Private security companies and agencies that provide security services to businesses, events, or other clients
  • Consumers and the general public who interact with or rely on private security personnel

Timeline and Procedure

The bill was introduced in the state House of Representatives on February 18, 2025. It was referred to the House Committee on Finance, which ultimately voted to postpone the bill indefinitely on March 25, 2025, effectively killing the legislation for the current session.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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