HR 7568
Public Safety Officer Support Act of 2020
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Bill overview
This bill, the Public Safety Officer Support Act of 2020, amends the Public Safety Officers’ Benefits Program (PSOB) to extend death and disability benefits to public safety officers who develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as a result of stressful situations while on duty. Currently, the PSOB program primarily covers officers killed or injured in the line of duty, but this legislation recognizes the significant mental health risks faced by these officers and provides support for those suffering from PTSD. The bill aims to address the disproportionately high rates of suicide among public safety officers and improve their access to crucial benefits.
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David J. Trone
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