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FL S1460
Bill
AI Summary
- Requires the Division of State Fire Marshal to develop and implement a statewide behavioral health access program providing comprehensive mental wellness services to first responders, focusing on prevention, early intervention, and reducing suicide and substance abuse disorders
- Defines "first responder" broadly to include law enforcement, firefighters, EMTs, 911 public safety telecommunicators, correctional officers, and correctional probation officers
- Services extend to first responders, their families, and retired first responders through a statewide network of licensed professional counselors with additional training in trauma management and evidence-based suicide prevention
- Program components include resiliency training, peer support team development, suicide prevention campaigns, assistance building departmental behavioral health programs, disaster deployment integration, and statewide epidemiologic research on suicide and mental health issues
- First responders pay no copayment for services, and the program must submit a research and evaluation plan measuring effectiveness and return on investment to the Legislature by June 30, 2026, with an effective date of July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Mental Health Services for First Responders
Last Action
Died in Governmental Oversight and Accountability
6/16/2025
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