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Increased funding for mental health crisis teams and community policing support.

This Act increases funding for community policing programs to allow mobile teams of mental health professionals and paramedics to respond to crisis calls related to mental health, homelessness, or substance abuse, instead of relying solely on law enforcement. This shift ensures that citizens in crisis receive appropriate medical and psychological assistance, leading to safer and better outcomes for all involved. It also establishes co-responder programs pairing officers with clinicians and long-term case management teams for follow-up support.
Key points
Funding for Mobile Crisis Teams: New funds to hire mental health professionals and paramedics to respond to certain 911 calls and community requests for mental or behavioral health crises.
Co-Responder Programs: Establishment of programs where a trained law enforcement officer is paired with a behavioral health clinician or paramedic to de-escalate situations and connect individuals to services.
Case Management and Outreach: Creation of teams to follow up with individuals after a crisis, ensuring they connect with community resources and adhere to treatment plans, reducing repeat emergency interactions.
Focus on De-escalation: The goal is to de-escalate interactions with law enforcement and deliver appropriate treatment and support services to non-violent individuals experiencing mental health issues or trauma.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_5546
Sponsor: Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO]
Process start date: 2024-12-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SMART Community Policing Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5546.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Funding for Mobile Crisis Teams: New funds to hire mental health professionals and paramedics to respond to certain 911 calls and community requests for mental or behavioral health crises.
  • Co-Responder Programs: Establishment of programs where a trained law enforcement officer is paired with a behavioral health clinician or paramedic to de-escalate situations and connect individuals to services.
  • Case Management and Outreach: Creation of teams to follow up with individuals after a crisis, ensuring they connect with community resources and adhere to treatment plans, reducing repeat emergency interactions.
  • Focus on De-escalation: The goal is to de-escalate interactions with law enforcement and deliver appropriate treatment and support services to non-violent individuals experiencing mental health issues or trauma.
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. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO].

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 2025-12-26.

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