What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 1502.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-29.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/plaws/publ60/PLAW-117publ60.htm

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2021/roll337.xml

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 117-60.

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 1502

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Confidentiality for Federal Law Enforcement Peer Support Communications

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Federal law enforcement officers' communications with peer support specialists are now confidential to encourage seeking help. Exceptions to confidentiality include threats of suicide or harm, child/elder abuse, or admission of criminal conduct. Officers must be informed in writing about confidentiality rules and exceptions before their first session. The act promotes developing best practices for peer support programs for all first responders, including police and firefighters.

This new law ensures that communications between federal law enforcement officers and peer support specialists remain confidential. The aim is to encourage officers to seek help for mental health challenges, potentially improving their well-being and job performance, which in turn can enhance public safety.

Key points

Federal law enforcement officers' communications with peer support specialists are now confidential to encourage seeking help.

Exceptions to confidentiality include threats of suicide or harm, child/elder abuse, or admission of criminal conduct.

Officers must be informed in writing about confidentiality rules and exceptions before their first session.

The act promotes developing best practices for peer support programs for all first responders, including police and firefighters.

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VOTING RESULTS

2021-10-27

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Against 3

Abstain 0

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Additional Information

COPS Counseling Act

Print number: S 1502

Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]

Process start date: 2021-04-29

Voting date: 2021-10-27

Meeting no: 1

Voting no: 337

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