Bill > HR8767

This bill authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services, through the Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use, to award grants to states, territories, political subdivisions, tribal governments, and tribal government consortia to establish unarmed 911 response programs. These programs would divert non-violent 911 calls, such as those related to mental health, homelessness, addiction, or public intoxication, to trained unarmed professionals instead of law enforcement. The grants can be used to hire and train these providers, update 911 response systems, and build coordination with local social services. Grantees must report biannually on program metrics, including call diversion rates, demographics of individuals served, and cost-effectiveness.