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Introduced
02/11/2021
02/11/2021
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021
03/20/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT; REQUIRING EACH LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY TO ESTABLISH A MENTAL HEALTH WELLNESS PROGRAM FOR ITS LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS; ESTABLISHING PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS; REQUIRING CONFIDENTIALITY.
AI Summary
This bill requires each New Mexico law enforcement agency to establish a mental health wellness program for its law enforcement officers. The program must include a licensed psychologist as a clinical director to manage the program and develop a procedures manual, as well as volunteer peer support officers who receive specialized training and provide confidential counseling sessions to officers at least twice a year and after significant traumatic events. The bill also sets strict confidentiality requirements for the peer support counseling sessions, with some exceptions, and establishes disciplinary measures for breaches of confidentiality.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Health and Public Affairs Committee (00:00 3/14/2021 Room 311) (on 03/14/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=371&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0371.pdf |
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