Committee approves ‘correctional officers’ bill of rights’ with stakeholder‑backed amendments

The Judiciary Committee voted to recommend H.F. 14‑10 as amended after the sponsor offered an A‑4 author’s amendment described as the result of stakeholder consensus.

Senator Limmer framed the bill as bringing parity to non‑licensed correctional officers by extending procedural protections similar to those in the Police Officers Discipline Act, including access to representation, investigative reports and protections against retaliation.

Several union and labor representatives testified in support. Buck Humphrey, director of legislative and government affairs for Teamsters Local 320, said the changes “bring parity” to the discipline process for correctional staff who work alongside licensed officers. Mike LeDoux of Law Enforcement Labor Services described the bill as a clarity and fairness measure that aligns procedures across public safety workplaces.

With no substantive opposition at the table, Senator Limmer moved the bill to be recommended to pass and be referred to the Senate floor; the motion prevailed.

The bill will proceed to the full Senate with the adopted author’s amendment in place.