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FL S0618
Resolution
AI Summary
- Designates May 10, 2021, and each May 10 thereafter, as "First Responders Mental Health Awareness Day" in Florida
- Recognizes that first responders—including law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency medical service professionals, EMTs, and paramedics—face a higher risk of mental health issues than the general population due to the challenging nature of their duties
- Acknowledges that shame and stigma surrounding mental health care within first responder professions contributes to individuals not seeking help for chronic stress or trauma injury
- Notes that the COVID-19 pandemic has compounded first responder stress through increased workloads and adapted policing and emergency response models
- Introduced by Senator Perry as a Senate Resolution (SR 618), which is a non-binding resolution expressing the sentiment of the Florida Senate rather than enacting law
Legislative Description
First Responders Mental Health Awareness Day
Last Action
Adopted
4/1/2021
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