sonya massey - Search News

News

Illinois, Sonya Massey

What's included in the Sonya Massey Act, signed into law in Illinois?

Illinois passed the Sonya Massey Act this week, a new law requiring more thorough background checks before hiring police officers. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.

CNN on MSN · 2d

Sonya Massey shooting prompts Illinois law requiring disclosure of police recruits’ backgrounds

Illinois law now requires that prospective police officers approve the release of personal background records in response to last summer’s shooting of Sonya Massey, an unarmed Black woman, in her home by a sheriff’s deputy who had responded to her call for help.

Sonya Massey Bill Signed Into Law In Illinois

The Sonya Massey bill was signed into law in Illinois by Governor JB Pritzker. It requires law enforcement agencies review potential hire’s employment history before making an offer.

3d

Gov. Pritzker signs 'one-of-a-kind' legislation in Sonya Massey Act

Sponsor State Sen. Doris Turner said the act will determine "necessary guardrails to ensure we have good officers on our ...

The State Journal-Register3d

Could Ferguson Commission serve as a model for Springfield group as it nears the finish line?

A co-chair of the Massey Commission said a not-for-profit group that grew out of the Ferguson Commission "does have appeal for me." ...

Results that may be inaccessible to you are currently showing.

Hide inaccessible results