Minnesota HF1118 revises benefits for peace officers suffering from post-traumatic stress syndrome.

Minnesota HF1118 amends the state statutes to revise benefits for peace officers diagnosed with post-traumatic stress syndrome. Law enforcement agencies must provide benefits including payment for unreimbursed loss of wages and medical treatment expenses, up to one year. The bill defines "debilitating psychological reaction" and "traumatic event," clarifying conditions under which peace officers qualify for these benefits. The availability of benefits does not depend on an accompanying physical injury.

Minnesota HF1118 revises benefits for peace officers suffering from post-traumatic stress syndrome.

Minnesota HF1118 amends the state statutes to revise benefits for peace officers diagnosed with post-traumatic stress syndrome. Law enforcement agencies must provide benefits including payment for unreimbursed loss of wages and medical treatment expenses, up to one year. The bill defines "debilitating psychological reaction" and "traumatic event," clarifying conditions under which peace officers qualify for these benefits. The availability of benefits does not depend on an accompanying physical injury.