New Jersey S1227 establishes a grant program for mental health services for law enforcement officers and their families.
New Jersey S1227 establishes the Law Enforcement Critical Mental Health Assistance Grant Program within the Department of Human Services. The program aims to award grants to mental health providers to offer confidential services to law enforcement officers and their families experiencing mental health crises or suicidal thoughts. The bill defines "mental health provider" and "law enforcement officer," and mandates the Commissioner of Human Services to develop an application process for grants, establish selection criteria, and consider geographical factors to ensure accessibility.
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