FL H0573

Creates confidentiality protections for peer support communications between first responders (including 911 telecommunicators) and designated first responder peers, prohibiting peers from testifying or divulging information in legal proceedings except in cases involving criminal acts, safety threats, or written consent

First responder peers must be non-healthcare practitioners designated by the employing agency with training to provide physical, moral, or emotional support related to employment conditions

Expands definition of law enforcement and correctional officers to include part-time employees for purposes of disciplinary investigation rights

Clarifies that misconduct allegations against law enforcement or correctional officers may originate from any source, with a 180-day investigation deadline that can be tolled under specified circumstances

Authorizes law enforcement and correctional agencies to request investigators from separate agencies when conflicts exist, when no trained investigator is available, or when the agency has 35 or fewer officers; external investigators must present findings without disciplinary recommendations