2021 House Bill 5130

Revise police hiring, employment details

Introduced in the House

June 24, 2021

Introduced by Rep. Mike Mueller (R-51)

To revise a law that prohibits an employer or agent from demanding a kickback from an individual seeking a job, so as to allow police departments to offer a loan and forgiveness benefit that covers the cost of police academy tuition.

Referred to the Committee on Government Operations

Nov. 4, 2021

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

Dec. 2, 2021

Passed in the House 98 to 1 (details)

Received in the Senate

Dec. 7, 2021

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety

June 8, 2022

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.