House Bill 560 Summary

• Amends Section 19-5109 of Idaho Code regarding the Peace Officer Standards and Training Council's powers and duties.

• Requires minimum basic training for peace officers to include a course in the investigation and collection of evidence in cases involving allegations of sexual assault or battery.

• Allows federally recognized Indian tribe peace officers within Idaho to attend the peace officer standards and training academy if they meet minimum physical and educational requirements, with the tribal law enforcement agency reimbursing the academy for training costs.

• Changes the reference in Section 19-5109(9) from "misdemeanor probation training advisory committee" to "council" regarding recommendations for establishing training and certification standards for misdemeanor probation officers.

• Declares an emergency and makes the act effective July 1, 2022.