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Public Safety Officer Support: Benefits for PTSD and Acute Stress

This new law expands benefits for public safety officers, such as police and firefighters, to include cases of death or permanent disability caused by post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or acute stress disorder. This means that families of officers who died by suicide due to service-related PTSD, or officers permanently disabled by it, can now apply for financial support. The act aims to provide better protection and recognition for the mental health consequences of challenging and often traumatic public service work.
Key points
Expanded Benefits: Public safety officers (police, firefighters, EMTs) can now receive benefits for death or permanent disability caused by PTSD or acute stress disorder.
Suicide Recognition: Death by suicide, if resulting from service-related PTSD, is now recognized as a basis for families to claim benefits.
Mental Health Support: The act emphasizes the importance of officers' mental health and provides them and their families with additional financial security in difficult situations.
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Print number: 117_HR_3071
Sponsor: Rep. Trone, David J. [D-MD-6]
Process start date: 2021-05-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Public Safety Officer Support Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3071.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expanded Benefits: Public safety officers (police, firefighters, EMTs) can now receive benefits for death or permanent disability caused by PTSD or acute stress disorder.
  • Suicide Recognition: Death by suicide, if resulting from service-related PTSD, is now recognized as a basis for families to claim benefits.
  • Mental Health Support: The act emphasizes the importance of officers' mental health and provides them and their families with additional financial security in difficult situations.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Trone, David J. [D-MD-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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