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Public Meeting
The Executive Director provided an update on the officer recertification process for officers whose certifications expire on July 1, 2026. He shared that the POST Commission expects to receive approximately 5,000 recertification applications. The Executive Director also provided an update on the Model Use of Force Policy, including that the Commission intends to ask agencies to confirm that their policies are consistent with the model policy.
The Finance and Administration Division provided a financial and administrative update, including information about the expected FY27 budget and recent promotions, hires, and other staffing changes.
The Legal Division presented proposed regulations, which would be codified as 555 CMR 3.00: Law Enforcement Agencies, Officers, and Functions Subject to Regulation. Legal Division staff also presented the revised Internal Affairs and Officer Complaint Investigation Procedures standard as part of the agency certification initiative. The standard was originally presented in January 2026, and revised versions were presented in March and May 2026. The Commission voted to preliminarily approve the standard. Staff then presented two proposals concerning agency certification requirements related to past compliance with other laws, rules, and regulations.
