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Workplace Safety: Support for Social and Health Professionals

This act aims to enhance the safety of social workers, health workers, and human services professionals who often work in high-risk situations. It authorizes grants to states and tribal organizations for safety equipment, self-defense and crisis management training, and facility safety improvements. This will better protect these professionals, potentially leading to improved service quality for citizens.
Key points
Funding for safety equipment: Access to cell phones, GPS/Bluetooth tracking devices, and panic buttons for workers.
Safety training: Opportunities for self-defense, crisis management, and conflict de-escalation training.
Facility safety improvements: Funds for security cameras and barrier protection in workplaces.
Psychological support: Access to counseling and resources for professionals after traumatic incidents.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8492
Sponsor: Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]
Process start date: 2022-07-26