Bill > HR6548

This bill establishes a comprehensive Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Program within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to address mental health challenges and suicide prevention for law enforcement officers and agents. The program will be managed by the Chief Medical Officer and Workplace Health and Wellness Coordinator, and will cover components like U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and the Secret Service. Key provisions include conducting research on mental health and suicide trends, developing policies to reduce stigma around seeking mental health support, creating a Peer-to-Peer Support Program Advisory Council, and implementing training and support services for law enforcement officers and their families. The program mandates annual confidential surveys, requires components to offer multiple avenues for mental health assistance, and ensures protections against disciplinary actions for officers seeking psychological help. Additionally, the bill requires annual briefings to congressional committees about the program's implementation and includes strict confidentiality measures to protect personally identifiable information. The goal is to proactively support the mental health and resilience of DHS law enforcement personnel through a comprehensive, evidence-based approach.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/6548/all-info