AN ACT REQUIRING LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS TO RECEIVE TRAINING CONCERNING AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER.

SB 1076 requires all state law enforcement officers to complete training on autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including understanding its nature and learning to identify and appropriately respond to individuals with ASD during encounters. The bill directly affects law enforcement officers statewide and aims to improve interactions with autistic residents by reducing escalation risks. Key provisions mandate this training through a new board tasked with developing or approving the curriculum. The law focuses on practical response strategies during police interactions, not on broader policy changes or outcomes. (3 sentences)