An Act to strengthen critical incident stress management for emergency service providers
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to improve support and resources for emergency service providers who experience psychological distress following traumatic events. It seeks to strengthen critical incident stress management programs and ensure these providers have access to necessary interventions and confidentiality. The legislation focuses on enhancing the well-being of individuals working in public safety roles. It builds upon existing efforts to address the challenges faced by these professionals.
Key provisions
- Requires the Department of Public Health to develop guidelines for critical incident stress management programs.
- Establishes a process for emergency service providers to access mental health services.
- Promotes confidentiality for providers seeking support related to critical incidents.
- Supports the creation of a statewide network of crisis intervention specialists.
- Encourages training for emergency service providers on recognizing and responding to psychological distress.
Who is affected
- Emergency service providers
- Police officers
- Firefighters
- Paramedics
- Correctional officers
Notable changes
- The bill mandates the development of statewide guidelines for critical incident stress management.
- It emphasizes the importance of confidentiality for providers accessing mental health support.
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Sponsors
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6 on record
Primary sponsor
Kathleen R. LaNatra
Cosponsors
Adrianne Pusateri Ramos
Kathleen R. LaNatra
Michael O. Moore
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