Published on Feb 01, 2019

Bill authorizes creation of a municipal police district

Contact: Sharon Swanson, Shannon McClelland

HB 1458, sponsored by Rep. Brian Blake (D-Aberdeen), creates a process for the formation, annexation, dissolution, and governance of a municipal police district between two or more contiguous cities or towns. Additionally, the bill provides for the transfer of powers, assets, and employees from participating cities and towns to the district.

If you have any questions or concerns about this bill, please contact Sharon Swanson.

 

Dates to remember


HB 1458 is scheduled to be heard in the House Local Government Committee on Wednesday, February 6 at 8 am.

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