Bills · S 825
PASSED SENATE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 825First responders and emergency personnelLaw enforcement administration and funding
Fighting Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Act of 2025
INTRO MAR 4· LAST ACTION JUN 15
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses a critical and often overlooked issue: the mental health crisis among first responders. Public safety officers routinely face traumatic events, leading to significantly higher rates of conditions like PTSD and acute stress disorder, as well as an increased risk of suicide compared to the general population. Many departments, especially smaller ones, don't have the resources or expertise to provide adequate mental health support.
If this bill becomes law, it could lead to a concrete federal program designed specifically to provide evidence-based mental health care and support to these heroes. This could save lives, improve the well-being of countless individuals, and potentially enhance the effectiveness of public safety services. If it doesn't pass, the existing gaps in mental health support for first responders are likely to continue, leaving many to struggle in silence.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Attorney General to propose a program for providing state-of-the-art treatment and preventative care for job-related PTSD and acute stress disorder to public safety officers and 911 dispatchers.
This is the core action of the bill, aiming to create a pathway for first responders to receive critical mental health support.
PROVISION 02
The proposed program must include ways to ensure confidentiality for public safety officers seeking mental health care.
Confidentiality is crucial for encouraging officers to seek help without fear of professional repercussions or stigma.
PROVISION 03
The Attorney General's report must include draft legislative language and an estimate of the annual funding needed for the proposed program.
This provision outlines the necessary steps for Congress to potentially authorize and fund such a program in the future.
PROVISION 04
The Attorney General must consult with various stakeholders, including federal, state, tribal, and local agencies, as well as non-governmental organizations, when developing the program proposal.
Consultation ensures the proposed program is practical, effective, and responsive to the needs of the communities and officers it aims to serve.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 19
R· Iowa
YRS IN OFFICE
51
BILLS LED
92
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 73%
DEM 12 REP 7 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
12 EVENTSJUN 15
Received in the House.
JUN 15
Held at the desk.
JUN 12
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
JUN 10
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with amendments by Voice Vote.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 825
Congress119th
StatusPassed Senate
IntroducedMar 4, 2025
Last actionJun 15, 2026
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PASSED SENATE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 4, 2025
Senate BillS 825First responders and emergency personnelLaw enforcement administration and funding
Fighting Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Act of 2025
INTRODUCED MAR 4, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 15, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
4 min
COSPONSORS
19
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
