A4867

Establishes toll free helpline for first responders, health care workers, and other frontline workers experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder.

Introduced·5/4/26
Introduced Text

Establishes a toll-free helpline for first responders, health care workers, and frontline workers with PTSD from COVID-19.

The bill mandates the establishment of a toll-free helpline by the Department of Health in collaboration with University Behavioral HealthCare of Rutgers. This helpline will be available 24/7 for first responders, health care workers, and other frontline workers suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder due to their work during the COVID-19 pandemic. The helpline will offer referrals to peer support and counseling services. Operators must be familiar with PTSD or trained in relevant counseling services.

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Health Committee
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History

May 4

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee