HERO Act of 2020

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 3244 HERO Act of 2020 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/9/2022, 1:25 AM

Congressional Summary of S 3244

Helping Emergency Responders Overcome Act of 2020 or the HERO Act of 2020

This bill establishes a series of programs relating to the behavioral health of public-safety officers (e.g., law-enforcement officers, firefighters, ambulance crew members, and 911 operators). For example, the bill establishes (1) a public-safety officer suicide-reporting system at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and (2) a grant program for peer-support behavioral health and wellness programs within fire departments and emergency medical services agencies.

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Current Status of Bill S 3244

Bill S 3244 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 28, 2020. Bill S 3244 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the Senate on January 28, 2020. Bill S 3244's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of January 28, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3244

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3244

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Census and government statistics

- Congressional oversight

- Employment and training programs

- First responders and emergency personnel

- Government information and archives

- Health programs administration and funding

- Health promotion and preventive care

- Medical tests and diagnostic methods

- Mental health

- Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

- Tax-exempt organizations

- Worker safety and health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3244

HERO Act of 2020

Helping Emergency Responders Overcome Act of 2020

A bill to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to improve the detection, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues among public safety officers, and for other purposes.