Peer Support for Our First Responders Act of 2026

Hozzl · 2026-05-20T15:36:36Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8493 Peer Support for Our First Responders Act of 2026 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

5/20/2026, 3:36 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8493

H.R. 8493 of the 119th Congress, introduced on April 23, 2026, aims to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish an interagency working group on peer-to-peer behavioral health programs specifically designed for law enforcement officers and first responders.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8493

Bill HR 8493 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 23, 2026. Bill HR 8493 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 23, 2026. Bill HR 8493's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of April 23, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8493

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8493

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use, to establish an interagency working group on peer-to-peer behavioral health programs for law enforcement officers and first responders, and for other purposes.