Law Enforcement Training for Mental Health Crisis Response Act of 2025

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Bill 119 hr 2502, also known as the Behavioral Health Crisis Response Training Act, aims to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968. The purpose of this bill is to authorize a grant program that will provide funding for law enforcement agencies and corrections agencies to receive training in responding to behavioral health crises.

The training provided through this grant program will focus on equipping law enforcement officers and corrections officers with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively handle situations involving individuals experiencing mental health crises. This training is crucial in ensuring that officers are able to de-escalate potentially volatile situations and provide appropriate support to individuals in crisis.

In addition to providing behavioral health crisis response training, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to improving the overall response to mental health crises within law enforcement and corrections agencies. Overall, the Behavioral Health Crisis Response Training Act seeks to enhance the capabilities of law enforcement officers and corrections officers in responding to behavioral health crises, ultimately promoting safer and more effective interactions between officers and individuals in crisis.