HR 4319 117th Congress House Health

PROTECT 911 Act

Introduced: July 1, 2021 Introduced by: Kelly, Robin L. Democratic · Illinois See on congress.gov

Everywhere this bill has been 3 steps

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Passed Senate

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Became law

Jul 2, 2021

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Jul 1, 2021

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Jul 1, 2021

Introduced in House

Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Providing Resources and Occupational Training for Emotional Crisis and Trauma in 911 Act or the PROTECT 911 Act

This bill requires reporting on, and authorizes a grant program to address, suicide and other behavioral health issues among 9-1-1 operators and other public safety personnel who receive and communicate requests for emergency assistance.

Specifically, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention must develop a reporting system to collect data on the suicide rate among and identify best practices to reduce suicides within that profession.

In addition, the bill establishes within the Department of Homeland Security grants for emergency communications centers and relevant nonprofits to raise awareness of, prevent, and mitigate job-related mental health issues.

What's happening now July 2, 2021

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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