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CT SB00133

Bill

Status

Passed

5/23/2022

Primary Sponsor

Public Safety and Security Committee

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Origin

Senate

2022 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Each law enforcement unit must adopt or amend policies by October 1, 2022, to permit police officers to wear religious head coverings in accordance with their religious beliefs while on duty and in uniform or authorized attire
  • Religious head coverings are permitted except where tight-fitting protective headgear is required by the law enforcement unit
  • Terms "law enforcement unit" and "police officer" have the same meanings as provided in section 7-294a of the general statutes
  • Act is effective from passage

Legislative Description

An Act Allowing Police Officers To Wear Religious Head Coverings As Part Of A Police Uniform.

Last Action

Signed by the Governor

5/23/2022

Committee Referrals

Public Safety and Security2/17/2022

Full Bill Text

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