law enforcement

Senator Steve Cwodzinski Presents Bill to Expand Mental Health Support for Law Enforcement

by Senator Steve Cwodzinski
March 23, 2023March 23, 2023

ST. PAUL, Minn. — On Wednesday, Senator Steve Cwodzinski (DFL-Eden Prairie) presented a bill that would help provide comprehensive mental health support to law enforcement officers. SF 1087 would fund a grant to develop a training program for licensed counselors to help them understand the culture and nuances of law enforcement work and provide treatment for officers in distress. Senator Cwodzinski testified in support of the bill alongside current and former law enforcement.

Senator Seeberger successfully advances bill to protect police officers from retaliation through key Public Safety Committee

by Senator Judy Seeberger
February 2, 2023

ST. PAUL, Minn. – On Wednesday, a key Senate committee passed Senator Judy Seeberger’s (DFL – Afton) bill to stop retaliation against law enforcement officers for holding other officers accountable if they use excessive force. After Committee approval, Sen. Seeberger released the following statement.