We submitted this testimony to the Providence City Council to support a proposed ordinance that would strengthen the Providence Community-Police Relations Act. Board Member Carl Kruger testified in person on behalf of the ACLU of RI.
The Council voted to approve the ordinance, and it was enacted.
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