H2654
An Act to strengthen critical incident stress management for emergency service providers
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Bill 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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Primary sponsor
Kathleen R. LaNatra
Cosponsors
Adrianne Pusateri Ramos
John J. Marsi
Kathleen R. LaNatra
Michael O. Moore
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Bill H.2654 194th (Current)
An Act to strengthen critical incident stress management for emergency service providers
By Representative LaNatra of Kingston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2654) of Kathleen R. LaNatra and others relative to critical incident stress management for emergency service providers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Kathleen R. LaNatra
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2654
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/5/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/07/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/19/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27) |
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