Sheriffs Urge Veto of Bill Setting Stricter Eligibility Rules
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Washington sheriffs urge Governor Ferguson to veto parts of Senate Bill 5974, which sets stricter eligibility rules for sheriffs and police chiefs. The bill, passed without Republican support and opposed by some Democrats, shortens the time for new sheriffs to get certified and requires five years of full-time law enforcement experience. Sheriffs argue it overrides voter choice and adds costs for background checks. Governor Ferguson plans to meet with sheriffs to hear their side, while advocates push for full signing and another sheriff raises concerns over added costs.
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