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AR HB1998
Bill
Status
4/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
Randy Torres
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AI Summary
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Creates the "James McFerron Mental Health, Wellness, and Resiliency Act" to address mental health conditions affecting first responders, their families, and communities they serve
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Requires the Department of Public Safety to develop and provide training for certified peer support members and mental health/wellness programs to first responders in every region of Arkansas
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Establishes a statewide peer-to-peer support network consisting of volunteer certified peer support members, with a designated department employee serving as coordinator
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Defines "first responder" to include law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency medical services providers, public safety dispatchers, and correctional facility employees
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Mandates annual reporting by the Department of Public Safety to the Governor and Legislative Council summarizing activities under the act
Legislative Description
To Create The James Mcferron Mental Health, Wellness, And Resiliency Act; And To Improve Access To Services And Training To First Responders.
Last Action
Recommended for study in the Interim by the Committee on PUBLIC HEALTH, WELFARE AND LABOR COMMITTEE- HOUSE
4/15/2025