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MA H2140

To provide for mental wellness training for police officers


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
10/02/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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)

Last Action

Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence (on 06/22/2020)

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