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HB 1421

TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER TRAINING REIMBURSEMENT; AND TO INCLUDE ANY LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY RECOGNIZED BY THE ARKANSAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT STANDARDS AND TRAINING.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Josh Bryant and 1 co-sponsor

Withdrawn bill would have expanded Arkansas law enforcement training reimbursement to all ACLESAT-recognized agencies, broadening state funding eligibility across more departments.

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Bill Summary · HB 1421

Legislative bill overview

HB 1421 proposed amending Arkansas law to expand law enforcement officer training reimbursement eligibility to include any law enforcement agency recognized by the Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training (ACLESAT). The bill was withdrawn by its author on February 13, 2025, before advancing through committee review.

Why is this important

Training reimbursement programs affect recruitment, retention, and professional development of law enforcement officers across the state. Expanding eligibility could increase access to state-funded training for smaller or specialized agencies that were previously excluded, potentially improving statewide law enforcement capacity and standardization.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact: Expanding reimbursement eligibility increases state budget obligations without clearly defined funding mechanisms or cost estimates
  • Agency scope ambiguity: The phrase "any law enforcement agency recognized by ACLESAT" could be interpreted broadly, raising questions about which agencies qualify and whether this creates unfunded mandates
  • Equity concerns: Changes could redirect funding between agencies, potentially benefiting some jurisdictions while reducing resources for others already receiving reimbursement

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

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