Governor Pete Ricketts was at the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center to highlight bills that enhance public safety by investing in Nebraska law enforcement.
“Law enforcement agencies in Nebraska have earned a stellar reputation through their dedicated work to protect the public,” said Gov. Ricketts. “This session, the Unicameral passed key legislation to help recruit, retain, and train officers. Here in Nebraska, we’re going the extra mile to attract the best and brightest to serve in law enforcement. We’re also committed to providing our officers with training and resources that are second-to-none.”
LB 1241e streamlines the process for out-of-state law enforcement officers to gain certification to work in Nebraska. It also helps law enforcement agencies to offering incentive payments based on years of service.
LB 1014e allocates $47.7 million of federal ARPA assistance to expand the Law Enforcement Training Center in grand Island and $16.9 million to upgrade and expand the State Patrol Crime Lab.
Ricketts was joined by a number of lawmakers and law enforcement leaders from across Nebraska.