“We're pleased to see SB 937 advance out of Senate Appropriations, and are honored to stand with Senator Gonzalez as she fights for important protections for our neighborhoods. This bill takes an important step, and we look forward to continuing to work in partnership toward protecting our most vulnerable community members from the harm caused by flash-bang grenades and explosive breaching devices,” said Shayna Englin, Vice President of Policy and Advocacy for the California Community Foundation. Senate Bill (SB) 937 would place strong restrictions on the use of flash-bang grenades and explosive breaching charges by law enforcement, including during immigration enforcement operations, while establishing stronger safety, training, and accountability standards for their use.

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