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IL HB2551

IL HB2551
FIRST RESPONDER TASK FORCE


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Introduced
02/04/2025
In Committee
05/01/2025
Crossed Over
04/09/2025
Passed
08/15/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
08/15/2025

Introduced Session

104th General Assembly

Bill Summary

Amends the First Responders Suicide Prevention Act. Reinstates the First Responders Suicide Task Force. Adds to the reconstituted Task Force one member who represents an organization that provides mental health training and support for first responders in State of Illinois, appointed by the President of the Senate. Provides that members of the Task Force shall be appointed within 30 days after the effective date of the amendatory Act. Directs the Task Force to issue a final report to the General Assembly on or December 31, 2026. Provides for the repeal of the Task Force on January 1, 2027.

AI Summary

This bill reinstates and updates the First Responders Suicide Task Force, which is a group dedicated to reducing suicide rates among first responders in Illinois. The Task Force will now include two new members: one representing an organization that provides mental health training and support for first responders, and two members representing public safety telecommunicators. The Task Force will continue to be composed of representatives from various state agencies, legislative bodies, law enforcement, fire departments, and mental health organizations. Members will be appointed within 30 days of the bill's enactment and will serve without compensation, with the Illinois State Police providing administrative support. The Task Force is required to issue a final report to the General Assembly by December 31, 2026, and will be automatically dissolved on January 1, 2027. This bill aims to continue efforts to address mental health challenges and suicide prevention among first responders, who often face high-stress and traumatic work environments.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs, Justice

Sponsors (16)

Last Action

Public Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0236 (on 08/15/2025)

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