TBI and PTSD Law Enforcement Training Act
United States117th CongressHR-2992House of Representatives
Updated: Aug 16, 2022
Summary
Traumatic Brain Injury and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Law Enforcement Training Act or the TBI and PTSD Law Enforcement Training Act This bill requires the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) to consult with relevant agencies to establish crisis intervention training tools for first responders to address individuals with traumatic brain injuries, acquired brain injuries, and post-traumatic stress disorder. The BJA must ensure that at least one police department designated as a Law Enforcement Mental Health Learning Site utilizes the tools and that such tools are part of the Police-Mental Health Collaboration Toolkit. Additionally, the bill requires the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to study and report about the prevalence and incidence of concussions among first responders.
Bill texts
Timeline
Latest companion bill action
S-4286: TBI and PTSD Law Enforcement Training ActRead twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Senate
Presented to President.
House of Representatives
Signed by President.
Became Public Law No: 117-170.