HB1388
Chiefs of police; creates independent protections and procedures.
Status:
In House
Latest Action:
Feb. 3, 2026
House: Assigned HMPPS sub: Subcommittee #2
Chief Patron:
Mike Cherry (R)
Session:
2026 Regular Session
Summary
As Introduced. Police Chief Bill of Rights.
Creates independent protections and procedures for certain chiefs of police, defined in the bill, by requiring a showing of just cause when a chief of police is proposed for removal from office. The bill requires that a police chief be given written notice of the specific grounds for his proposed ... (More) removal and that such police chief be afforded an opportunity to be heard in his own defense, personally and with counsel, before an impartial hearing panel. (Less)-
Bill History
- 01/21/2026 - House: Presented and ordered printed 26105475D
- 01/21/2026 - House: Referred to Committee on Public Safety
- 02/03/2026 - House: Assigned HMPPS sub: Subcommittee #2
