An Act to Implement the Recommendations of the Stakeholder Group to Examine and Improve the Recruitment, Retention and Wellness of Law Enforcement Officers

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This bill aims to improve the recruitment, retention, and wellness of law enforcement officers in Maine. It creates a Law Enforcement Retention Advisory Council to advise the Commissioner of Public Safety and requires death certificates to note if a person was a first responder. The bill also mandates new training for officers on psychological stress and critical incident debriefing, and funds a Law Enforcement Wellness Coordinator position.

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