S.1669

Establishing a commission to study post-traumatic stress disorder in law enforcement officers

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Establishes a commission to study post-traumatic stress disorder in law enforcement officers in Massachusetts.

The bill establishes a special commission to study and investigate post-traumatic stress disorder in law enforcement officers in Massachusetts. The commission will review causes and prevalence of the disorder, analyze prevention and treatment methods, and recommend effective practices and programs. The commission will include members from the General Court, state agencies, and representatives appointed by the governor. The commission will report its findings to relevant committees and clerks one year after its first meeting.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 7, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security Hearing

History

Apr 1

Senate

Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means

Jan 22

Senate

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently

May 2, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 05/07/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2