What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is HR 1859.
911 Diversion to Unarmed Personnel for Non-Violent Calls.
This act aims to establish programs where selected non-violent 911 calls are handled by trained professionals instead of law enforcement. This initiative seeks to assist individuals experiencing mental health crises, homelessness, or addiction, providing them with appropriate support and referrals to specialized facilities, potentially improving access to care and reducing police involvement in situations where it's not necessary.
Key points
Introduction of programs where 911 calls related to mental health, homelessness, addiction, or other non-violent situations will be responded to by unarmed professionals (e.g., nurses, social workers) instead of law enforcement.
These professionals will be trained in de-escalation, crisis intervention, and connecting individuals to appropriate medical or social service providers, aiming to offer better assistance and reduce emergency room visits or arrests.
The programs will operate independently of law enforcement oversight and are designed to enhance access to support services, while also collecting data on their effectiveness and community impact.
Status:
Expired
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