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H.R. 2228Became Law

Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017

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What it doesSummary public law (Jan 10, 2018)

(This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on November 28, 2017. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017

(Sec. 2) This bill directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to report on Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs mental health practices and services that could be adopted by law enforcement agencies.

Additionally, DOJ's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services must report on programs to address the psychological health and well-being of law enforcement officers.

The bill amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to expand the allowable use of grant funds under the Community Oriented Policing Services program to include establishing peer mentoring mental health and wellness pilot programs within state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies.

(Sec. 3) DOJ must coordinate with the Department of Health and Human Services to develop educational resources for mental health providers regarding the culture of law enforcement agencies and therapies for mental health issues common to law enforcement officers.

(Sec. 4) DOJ must also: (1) review existing crisis hotlines, recommend improvements, and research annual mental health checks; (2) examine the mental health and wellness needs of federal officers; (3) ensure that recommendations, resources, or programs under this bill protect the privacy of participating officers; and (4) report to Congress on findings and final recommendations.

What just happenedJan 10, 2018

Signed by President.

Who’s behind it

Rep. Brooks, Susan W. [R-IN-5](R-IN)Sponsor
32 cosponsors11 D21 R
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  1. Jan 10, 2018President

    Signed by President.

  2. Jan 10, 2018BecameLaw36000

    Signed by President.

  3. Dec 29, 2017Floor

    Presented to President.

  4. Dec 29, 2017President28000

    Presented to President.

  5. Dec 22, 2017Floor

    Message on Senate action sent to the House.

  6. Dec 21, 2017Floor

    Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.

  7. Dec 21, 2017Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.

  8. Dec 21, 2017Discharge

    Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8279)

    Judiciary Committee
  9. Dec 21, 2017Committee14500

    Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S8279)

    Judiciary Committee
  10. Nov 29, 2017IntroReferral

    Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

    Judiciary Committee
  11. Nov 28, 2017FloorH38310

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  12. Nov 28, 2017FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H9449)

  13. Nov 28, 2017Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H9449)

  14. Nov 28, 2017FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2228.

  15. Nov 28, 2017FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H9449-9454)

  16. Nov 28, 2017FloorH30300

    Mr. Goodlatte moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

  17. Nov 28, 2017CalendarsH12410

    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 317.

  18. Nov 28, 2017CommitteeH12200

    Reported by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 115-428.

    Judiciary Committee
  19. Nov 28, 2017Committee5000

    Reported by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 115-428.

    Judiciary Committee
  20. Oct 12, 2017Committee

    Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

    Judiciary Committee
  21. Oct 12, 2017Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Judiciary Committee
  22. May 11, 2017Committee

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.

    Crime and Federal Government Surveillance Subcommittee
  23. Apr 28, 2017IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

    Judiciary Committee
  24. Apr 28, 2017IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  25. Apr 28, 2017IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

Public LawJan 10, 201849

(This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on November 28, 2017. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017

(Sec. 2) This bill directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to report on Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs mental health practices and services that could be adopted by law enforcement agencies.

Additionally, DOJ's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services must report on programs to address the psychological health and well-being of law enforcement officers.

The bill amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to expand the allowable use of grant funds under the Community Oriented Policing Services program to include establishing peer mentoring mental health and wellness pilot programs within state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies.

(Sec. 3) DOJ must coordinate with the Department of Health and Human Services to develop educational resources for mental health providers regarding the culture of law enforcement agencies and therapies for mental health issues common to law enforcement officers.

(Sec. 4) DOJ must also: (1) review existing crisis hotlines, recommend improvements, and research annual mental health checks; (2) examine the mental health and wellness needs of federal officers; (3) ensure that recommendations, resources, or programs under this bill protect the privacy of participating officers; and (4) report to Congress on findings and final recommendations.

Passed Senate without amendmentDec 21, 201782

(This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on November 28, 2017. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017

(Sec. 2) This bill directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to report on Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs mental health practices and services that could be adopted by law enforcement agencies.

Additionally, DOJ's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services must report on programs to address the psychological health and well-being of law enforcement officers.

The bill amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to expand the allowable use of grant funds under the Community Oriented Policing Services program to include establishing peer mentoring mental health and wellness pilot programs within state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies.

(Sec. 3) DOJ must coordinate with the Department of Health and Human Services to develop educational resources for mental health providers regarding the culture of law enforcement agencies and therapies for mental health issues common to law enforcement officers.

(Sec. 4) DOJ must also: (1) review existing crisis hotlines, recommend improvements, and research annual mental health checks; (2) examine the mental health and wellness needs of federal officers; (3) ensure that recommendations, resources, or programs under this bill protect the privacy of participating officers; and (4) report to Congress on findings and final recommendations.

Passed House amendedNov 28, 201736

Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017

(Sec. 2) This bill directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to report on Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs mental health practices and services that could be adopted by law enforcement agencies.

Additionally, DOJ's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services must report on programs to address the psychological health and well-being of law enforcement officers.

The bill amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to expand the allowable use of grant funds under the Community Oriented Policing Services program to include establishing peer mentoring mental health and wellness pilot programs within state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies.

(Sec. 3) DOJ must coordinate with the Department of Health and Human Services to develop educational resources for mental health providers regarding the culture of law enforcement agencies and therapies for mental health issues common to law enforcement officers.

(Sec. 4) DOJ must also: (1) review existing crisis hotlines, recommend improvements, and research annual mental health checks; (2) examine the mental health and wellness needs of federal officers; (3) ensure that recommendations, resources, or programs under this bill protect the privacy of participating officers; and (4) report to Congress on findings and final recommendations.

Introduced in HouseApr 28, 2017

Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017

This bill directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to report on Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs mental health practices and services that could be adopted by law enforcement agencies.

Additionally, DOJ's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services must report on programs to address the psychological health and well-being of law enforcement officers.

The bill amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to expand the allowable use of grant funds under the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) program to include establishing peer mentoring mental health and wellness pilot programs within state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies.

DOJ must coordinate with the Department of Health and Human Services to develop educational resources for mental health providers regarding the culture of law enforcement agencies and therapies for mental health issues common to law enforcement officers.

DOJ must also: (1) review existing crisis hotlines, recommend improvements, and research annual mental health checks; (2) examine the mental health and wellness needs of federal officers; and (3) ensure that recommendations, resources, or programs under this bill protect the privacy of participating officers.

Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017 — Informed