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This bill requires school resource officers (SROs), law enforcement personnel assigned to public schools, and school counselors to receive specialized mental health training. Specifically, SROs and law enforcement personnel must obtain certification in Youth Mental Health First Aid within 18 months of assignment to a school, and maintain this certification every four years. The certification aims to help these professionals recognize and respond to mental health challenges among students. Additionally, school counselors must receive Youth Mental Health First Aid training by September 1, 2025, and every four years thereafter. The training will focus on understanding risk factors and warning signs of mental health issues in adolescents, emphasizing the importance of early intervention and providing strategies to help students in mental health crisis. These requirements are part of broader efforts to enhance student support and safety by ensuring that school personnel are equipped with the knowledge and skills to address mental health concerns effectively.

Education

https://www.arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1030&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R