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MA H3262

To establish a pilot grant program using ‘Emotional CPR’ to decrease hostilities between police and citizens


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish a pilot program to reduce the traumatic consequences of interactions between police and vulnerable individuals. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a pilot grant program for municipal police departments to train their officers in "Emotional CPR", a program designed to help officers connect with and support community members experiencing acute emotional distress in a non-threatening manner. The training aims to reduce the traumatic consequences of interactions between police and vulnerable individuals, ultimately decreasing injury to both officers and community members. The bill outlines the structure of the grant program, including the training requirements and an evaluation process to track the program's effectiveness. The results of the pilot program will be provided to the legislature and the public.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4767 (on 07/17/2018)

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