Relating to the creation of a committee to review education and training programs on de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques for peace officers.

HB 4220 creates a 15-member committee to review and update training programs on de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques for peace officers in Texas. The committee, composed of law enforcement officers, academic experts, mental health advocates, and other qualified members, must review training curricula every six years, update materials based on current best practices, and publish findings online. This applies directly to peace officers whose training programs are governed under the Texas Occupations Code. The committee must complete its first review and report by March 1, 2026, with updates required every six years thereafter. The bill focuses on improving training standards through regular expert review, not on changing officer conduct or enforcement policies.