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LD 993

An Act To Require First Responder Training For Mental Health Crisis And Critical Incident Stress Recognition

132nd Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Chip Curry and 1 co-sponsor

LD 993 - An Act To Require First Responder Training For Mental Health Crisis And Critical Incident Stress Recognition SummaryThis bill, introduced on March 11, 2025, would require

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Bill Summary · LD 993

LD 993 - An Act To Require First Responder Training For Mental Health Crisis And Critical Incident Stress Recognition

Summary

This bill, introduced on March 11, 2025, would require first responders, including law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical personnel, to receive training in recognizing and responding to mental health crises and critical incident stress. The goal is to better equip first responders to provide appropriate support and de-escalation during mental health emergencies, as well as manage the impacts of critical incidents on their own well-being.

Key Provisions

  • Mandates the development of a standardized training curriculum on mental health crisis recognition and response, as well as critical incident stress management
  • Requires all first responders to complete this training within one year of being hired, and to receive ongoing refresher training every two years
  • Specifies that the training must cover topics such as:
    • Identifying signs and symptoms of mental health crises
    • De-escalation techniques for interacting with individuals experiencing a mental health emergency
    • Providing trauma-informed care and support
    • Recognizing and managing critical incident stress and its impacts on first responders
    • Accessing mental health resources and referral services
  • Directs the state's criminal justice training commission and emergency medical services board to oversee the implementation and administration of the training program

Impact

This bill, if enacted, would impact all first responder agencies and personnel across the state. It aims to better equip these frontline workers to respond effectively and compassionately to mental health emergencies, while also supporting their own mental health and resilience in the face of traumatic incidents.

The training requirements are intended to improve outcomes for individuals in mental health crises by facilitating more appropriate, de-escalated responses. It may also help reduce the negative impacts of critical incidents on first responders, such as burnout, stress, and mental health issues.

However, the bill did not pass and was placed in the legislative files, indicating it did not advance further in the legislative process.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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