The bill aims to provide mental health crisis intervention training for law enforcement officers to better equip them in handling situations involving individuals experiencing mental health crises. It focuses on improving officer responses, de-escalation techniques, and appropriate interactions with individuals in crisis. The bill seeks to enhance the safety of both officers and individuals with mental health issues during encounters. By enhancing training in this area, the bill aims to reduce the likelihood of violence and improve outcomes in such sensitive situations.
2023-10-17: Filed
2023-11-02: Referred to Criminal Justice Subcommittee
2023-11-02: Referred to Justice Appropriations Subcommittee
2023-11-02: Referred to Judiciary Committee
2023-11-02: Now in Criminal Justice Subcommittee
2024-01-05: Withdrawn prior to introduction
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