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This bill requires the Division of State Police and the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services to expand the CRISIS (Connection to Recovery through Intervention, Support and Initiating Services) Initiative statewide by January 1, 2026. The expanded program will focus on providing comprehensive support for law enforcement when encountering individuals in mental health distress. Specifically, the bill mandates that the expanded initiative include training for state police officers, establishing formal coordination between police officers and mental health professionals, and creating a systematic approach to referring individuals to appropriate mental health facilities. The goal is to improve how law enforcement responds to and supports individuals experiencing mental health challenges, ensuring that officers are better equipped with skills, resources, and professional partnerships to handle such sensitive interactions effectively and compassionately.

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