An Act relative to the use of force equipment

This bill defines "use of force equipment" for Massachusetts law enforcement, specifying standardized gear all officers must be issued. It requires special state police officers working in non-secure areas of hospitals or mental health facilities (as determined by the colonel) to have access to this equipment while on duty. The defined equipment includes 9mm or larger handguns, batons, specific pepper spray (with minimum capsicum content), and double-lock handcuffs. The bill amends existing law to mandate this equipment issuance for these officers, without changing when force may be used.