LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
will see at the federal level, or which elected officials will
unexpectedly change their position on an issue. Trying to
predict what action the legislature will take is just as hard
as trying to predict what a day as a Police Chief will look
like- sometimes it’s better to roll with the punches!
This year, we will face challenges from both sides of
the aisle on issues such as the opening of law enforcement
personnel files (SB 1286), gang database notification requirements (AB 2298) and the release of body worn camera
footage (AB 1957). One thing I do know to be predictable is
that we in law enforcement will always be fighting to tell
our side of the story, and I look forward to ensuring that
our story is told at the Capitol.
I want to take this opportunity to thank our legislative staff, Lauren Michaels, Legislative Affairs
Manager, and Jonathon Feldman our Legislative Advocate for their incredible support to
my position, and for the attention they
devote to the daily challenges of addressing our interests and concerns in the Capitol. ■
SPRING 2016 | California Police Chief
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