Establishes County Co-Responder Pilot Program in Illinois to assist victims of crimes, particularly domestic violence.

HB3999 creates the County Co-Responder Pilot Program in Illinois, allowing each county sheriff's office to establish co-responder units. These units will employ social workers to provide trauma-informed crisis intervention, case management, advocacy, and ongoing emotional support to victims of crimes, with a focus on domestic violence. Social workers will assist victims with finding safe housing, transportation, and legal assistance, and will conduct follow-up visits for those who may benefit from mental or behavioral health services.

Establishes County Co-Responder Pilot Program in Illinois to assist victims of crimes, particularly domestic violence.

HB3999 creates the County Co-Responder Pilot Program in Illinois, allowing each county sheriff's office to establish co-responder units. These units will employ social workers to provide trauma-informed crisis intervention, case management, advocacy, and ongoing emotional support to victims of crimes, with a focus on domestic violence. Social workers will assist victims with finding safe housing, transportation, and legal assistance, and will conduct follow-up visits for those who may benefit from mental or behavioral health services.