A 7552 New York Assembly · 2023 Regular Session

Relates to the first responder peer support program act

This bill proposes creating a peer support program specifically designed for first responders to help them access mental health resources. It would establish a system where trained individuals within the first responder community provide support to their colleagues facing emotional or psychological challenges. The legislation aims to integrate these peer support services into existing mental health frameworks to better address the unique stressors faced by emergency personnel. Currently, the bill is in the legislative process and has been referred to committees for further review.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2023
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced May 25, 2023 Last action May 14, 2024
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Total actions
5
Key actions
2
Committee
3
Amendments
2
May 14, 2024
Committee
REPORTED REFERRED TO WAYS AND MEANS
lower
Jan 3, 2024
Committee
REFERRED TO MENTAL HEALTH
lower
Dec 20, 2023
Lower · Passed
PRINT NUMBER 7552A
lower
Dec 20, 2023
Lower · Passed
AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO MENTAL HEALTH
lower
May 25, 2023
Committee
REFERRED TO MENTAL HEALTH
lower
1 primary · 15 co-sponsors

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