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Mental Health Support for First Responders: Fighting PTSD

This Act aims to improve access to modern treatment and preventative care for public safety officers (police, firefighters, EMTs, 911 dispatchers) suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and acute stress disorder. The legislation requires the Attorney General to propose a federal program that would provide confidential, evidence-based trauma care, peer support, and family services to these essential personnel. This initiative is vital for the mental well-being of those who protect communities, indirectly enhancing the quality and reliability of public safety services.
Key points
Requires the Attorney General to propose a federal program for treating and preventing job-related PTSD and acute stress disorder among public safety officers.
The program must ensure access to state-of-the-art, evidence-based trauma-informed care, peer support, and family supports.
A critical focus is placed on drafting grant conditions to ensure confidentiality for officers seeking mental health care.
The scope includes police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and 911 public safety telecommunicators, including Tribal officers.
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Print number: 118_S_645
Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]
Process start date: 2023-03-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fighting Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_645.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires the Attorney General to propose a federal program for treating and preventing job-related PTSD and acute stress disorder among public safety officers.
  • The program must ensure access to state-of-the-art, evidence-based trauma-informed care, peer support, and family supports.
  • A critical focus is placed on drafting grant conditions to ensure confidentiality for officers seeking mental health care.
  • The scope includes police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and 911 public safety telecommunicators, including Tribal 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. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S640; text: CR S640)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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