Relating to active shooter training for peace officers.
HB 4794 requires Texas peace officers to complete 16 hours of active shooter response training before their first continuing education period after licensing (or during basic training). The training must be provided by the Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training Center at Texas State University or an approved firearms training program deemed equivalent. This mandate satisfies all other active shooter training requirements under Texas law, including those in the Education Code. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025, directly affecting all Texas peace officers licensed under the Occupations Code.
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Apr 2025
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Introduced Apr 3, 2025
Last action Apr 3, 2025
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