NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)August 31, 2026Hillsborough
California legislature considers bill to ban electric shock gloves for law enforcement
California lawmakers are fast-tracking AB 2760, a bill that would prohibit federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies from using electric shock gloves and block the use of state funds to purchase them. The measure is currently moving through the legislature with a deadline of August 31 to pass both chambers and reach the governor's desk.
Read the full story at Noticias Tampa Bay (Univision)Why It Matters
If enacted, this law would restrict the types of equipment available to law enforcement agencies operating in California and prohibit the use of state tax dollars for the acquisition of electric shock devices.
Key Facts
- AB 2760 would prohibit federal, state, and local law enforcement from using electric shock gloves.
- The bill would ban the use of state funds to acquire electric shock devices.
- The legislation is currently being fast-tracked in the California legislature.
- The deadline for the legislature to pass the bill is August 31.
- The bill must be approved by both legislative chambers to reach the Governor.
- The proposal was prompted by concerns regarding the use of new tools during immigration operations.
Who's Mentioned
other24“Refers to the 24-hour window remaining for legislative action.”organizationEntravision Communication Inc.“Copyright holder of the news report.”locationCalifornia“The state where the legislation is being proposed.”personGavin Newsom“Governor of California who would need to sign the bill for it to become law.”