Colorado law enforcement agencies are facing a years-long wait for the hundreds of millions of dollars voters approved in November 2024. Proposition 130 directs $350 million to help agencies recruit, train, and retain police officers. Before the money can be distributed, state lawmakers must find the funds and establish a distribution plan. Police leaders are urging lawmakers to prioritize this funding, highlighting the challenges of attracting and retaining officers.
DENVER — It will likely take years for Colorado law enforcement agencies to receive hundreds of millions of dollars that voters approved for them in November 2024.Proposition 130, which passed with 53% of the vote, directs the state to provide $350 million to law enforcement agencies to help them recruit, train and retain police officers.Before the money can be sent to law enforcement, state lawmakers must find the money and determine the best way to distribute it.
“The challenge right now is people leaving for different reasons, not wanting to come into law enforcement,” said Domenico.The proposition doesn’t provide a timeline for when the money must be distributed.State Rep. Chad Clifford, D-Arapahoe County, said it will take time for money from Proposition 130 to get to police, especially given budget constraints.
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