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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
10/02/2019
10/02/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the training of law enforcement officers in the Commonwealth on mental wellness and suicide prevention. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This bill requires law enforcement officers in Massachusetts to undergo annual training on mental wellness and suicide prevention. The training, developed by the Municipal Police Training Committee, will teach officers how to manage stress and trauma, recognize the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder and suicidal behavior in themselves and others, and utilize available mental health resources. The bill also mandates that officers be paid their regular wages and receive reasonable expenses while attending the training, and that failure to complete the training may result in suspension or removal from the force.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Justice
Sponsors (6)
Dan Cahill (D),
Mindy Domb (D),
Shaunna O'Connell (R),
Alyson Sullivan (R),
Paul Tucker (D),
Timothy Whelan (R),
Last Action
Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence (on 06/22/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2140 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2140.pdf |
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