HR 8767
911 Diversion to Unarmed Personnel Act of 2020
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This bill, the 911 Diversion to Unarmed Personnel Act of 2020, aims to improve responses to nonviolent 911 calls by diverting them to unarmed healthcare or social service providers instead of law enforcement. It authorizes grants to states and local governments to establish these specialized programs, focusing on de-escalation, mental health support, and referrals to appropriate services. The program would be designed to identify and respond to calls related to mental health, substance use, homelessness, and other non-violent emergencies.
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