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Mental Health Support for Emergency Responders: New Data and Aid Programs

This act aims to improve the mental health of public safety officers, including firefighters, paramedics, and dispatchers. It establishes a system for collecting data on suicides within these professions and supports mental health assistance programs. This will help in better understanding the issue and providing more effective support.
Key points
A national data system will be created to collect information on suicides among public safety officers, allowing for a better understanding of the problem's scope.
Development of peer-support behavioral health programs within fire departments and emergency medical services agencies.
Creation of educational resources for mental health professionals to better understand the culture and stressors faced by emergency responders.
Development and dissemination of best practices for identifying, preventing, and treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in public safety officers.
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Print number: 117_S_2700
Sponsor: Sen. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV]
Process start date: 2021-08-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

HERO Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2700.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-08-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A national data system will be created to collect information on suicides among public safety officers, allowing for a better understanding of the problem's scope.
  • Development of peer-support behavioral health programs within fire departments and emergency medical services agencies.
  • Creation of educational resources for mental health professionals to better understand the culture and stressors faced by emergency responders.
  • Development and dissemination of best practices for identifying, preventing, and treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in public safety officers.
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 Sen. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

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

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