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MI HB5014
Bill
Status
9/19/2023
Primary Sponsor
Jamie Thompson
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AI Summary
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Requires individuals seeking law enforcement licensing under sections 9, 9b, 9c, or 9d to obtain a blue belt or higher in Brazilian jiu-jitsu from a certified instructor, or a certificate of equivalent training, beginning January 1, 2025.
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Existing licensed officers as of January 1, 2025 must obtain blue belt certification or equivalent training by January 1, 2027.
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Mandates all law enforcement officers complete at least 4 hours of grappling training annually beginning January 1, 2027, with courses approved by the commission.
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Defines "certificate of equivalent training" to include two years of high school varsity wrestling, five years of other wrestling, two or more licensed professional mixed martial arts fights, or brown belt rank in Judo.
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Establishes "certified instructor" qualifications as black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation certification, or at least 20 years of grappling instruction experience.
Legislative Description
Law enforcement: training; Michigan commission on law enforcement standards (MCOLES); modify to include grappling training. Amends title & sec. 9e of 1965 PA 203 (MCL 28.609e).
Law enforcement: other
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 09/19/2023
9/20/2023