National Community Violence De-Escalation Training Act of 2021
This Act authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants for training in violence de-escalation, anger management, and implicit bias control. These programs target a wide range of individuals, including law enforcement, educators, and youth, to resolve conflicts without the use of force. The Act also establishes a De-Escalation Advisory Board and increases funding authorization for Mental Health First Aid training grants.
Key points
Training Grants: Authorization to award funds to entities (e.g., local governments, nonprofits) to provide de-escalation technique training for police, teachers, transit workers, and other groups.
Mental Health Support: Amends the Public Health Service Act to increase funding for Mental Health First Aid training and includes techniques for safely de-escalating crisis situations.
Curriculum Scope: Training must cover implicit bias, racial reconciliation, and verbal and physical tactics to minimize the need for force.
Advisory Board: Establishment of an Advisory Board to develop training standards, monitor the grant program, and evaluate its effectiveness.
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