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First Responder Training: Brain Injury and PTSD Recognition

This act mandates training for first responders to better identify and interact with individuals experiencing traumatic brain injuries or PTSD. This aims to improve intervention safety and ensure appropriate support for those in need, reducing misunderstandings due to symptoms. Additionally, the act requires data collection on concussions among first responders to better understand their health needs.
Key points
First responders (police, firefighters, paramedics) will receive specialized training on recognizing and interacting with individuals with brain injuries or PTSD.
Training will help distinguish symptoms of brain injury/PTSD from other conditions, like intoxication, improving intervention safety.
The act allocates $54 million annually for fiscal years 2023-2027 for the development and implementation of these trainings.
Data will be collected on concussions among first responders themselves to better understand their health needs.
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Print number: 117_S_4286
Sponsor: Sen. Ossoff, Jon [D-GA]
Process start date: 2022-05-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

TBI and PTSD Law Enforcement Training Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4286.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-05-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • First responders (police, firefighters, paramedics) will receive specialized training on recognizing and interacting with individuals with brain injuries or PTSD.
  • Training will help distinguish symptoms of brain injury/PTSD from other conditions, like intoxication, improving intervention safety.
  • The act allocates $54 million annually for fiscal years 2023-2027 for the development and implementation of these trainings.
  • Data will be collected on concussions among first responders themselves to better understand their health needs.
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. Ossoff, Jon [D-GA].

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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