An Act strengthening police reform

This bill amends Massachusetts law to grant limited law enforcement authority to specific parole and correctional officers. It authorizes field parole officers and correctional investigative unit officers to serve warrants for escapees, apprehend individuals attempting to escape correctional facilities, and perform restricted police duties (like arresting parolees with warrants) under strict conditions. Officers must meet rigorous requirements: exemplary conduct, active firearm licenses, annual training in de-escalation and behavioral health, and certification that their work directly involves parole board responsibilities. The authority is limited to 3 years per appointment and does not extend to general policing or unrelated investigations.