US EditionSenate OKs police hiring reform, Sangamon County recall in response to Sonya Massey’s death
- The Illinois Senate passed measures concerning police hiring practices and Sangamon County's recall process.
- These actions follow the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey by a Sangamon County Sheriff's deputy.
- Sean Grayson, the deputy involved, faced scrutiny for a troubled employment history and was awaiting trial.
- Massey's mother said, 'I want you to get justice for my baby,' which fueled legislative action.
- The bills now move to the House, potentially reforming hiring and allowing a 2026 recall referendum.
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Illinois Senate approves bills, including one regarding police hiring, in response to Sonya Massey killing
SPRINGFIELD — Less than a year after a sheriff’s officer fatally shot a Black Springfield woman, the Illinois Senate has passed two measures aimed at issues raised during nationwide protests over the shooting. One bill would prohibit law enforcement agencies from hiring any cops unless they authorize previous police departments they worked for to make their employment records available. The second would allow Sangamon County to create a process …
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