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ACLU Comment: Legislature Approves Bill to Place Checks on Police Militarization

SACRAMENTO — Today, the California Senate voted to approve Assembly Bill 3131, a bill to increase transparency and accountability in law enforcement’s acquisition of military equipment. The bill was introduced by Assembly members Todd Gloria (D-San Diego) and David Chiu (D-San Francisco). Eva Britta
Issue Areas: Police Practices

California Senate Advances "Right to Know" Police Transparency Legislation with Bipartisan Support

SB 1421 will open California police use of force records and records of officers found guilty of committing misconduct, like planting evidence and sexually assaulting members of the public. SACRAMENTO — Today, the California Senate voted 25 to 11 to approve legislation that will restore the public's
Issue Areas: Police Practices