The Corrections Officer Blake Schwarz Suicide Prevention Act of 2026 provides funding for mental health screenings and referrals for corrections.
The Corrections Officer Blake Schwarz Suicide Prevention Act of 2026 allocates funding to the Bureau of Prisons, States, and localities for mental health screenings and referrals for corrections officers. It establishes a grant program for States and localities to implement mental health screenings and referrals. The bill also mandates the creation of an Advisory Board to manage the grant program, oversee compliance, and provide technical assistance. The Director of the Bureau of Prisons is required to develop and administer mental health surveys for corrections officers.
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