The bill designates a category of peace officers as covered peace
officers. A covered peace officer is an individual who is both:
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A public official or employed by a political subdivision of the state; and
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Required to be certified by the P.O.S.T. board. The bill prohibits a covered peace officer from:
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Using or authorizing the use of public resources for the purpose of campaigning for or against the nomination or election of a candidate; and
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Engaging in partisan political activity while wearing a uniform required by a political subdivision of the state.
The bill includes a penalty for violating these prohibitions of up to $1,000 and potential dismissal from employment as a covered peace officer.
