S.585

Local Govts/Mental Health/ CC Tuition Waiver

Introduced·3/25/25

Waives tuition and registration fees for mental health clinicians and peer support specialists in municipal and county EMS or rescue and lifesaving.

North Carolina S585 allows mental health clinicians and peer support specialists in municipal and county EMS or rescue and lifesaving departments to receive a waiver of tuition and registration fees when attending community college. This waiver applies to those who are embedded in 911 call centers or paired with first responders. The bill aims to support the training needs of these professionals, enhancing their ability to provide appropriate resources and response to calls for service.

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Where it stands

Current
Appropriations/Base Budget Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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4
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 26, 2025

Senate

Passed 1st Reading

Mar 26, 2025

Senate

Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate

Mar 26, 2025

Senate

Withdrawn From Com