HB1352: A BILL FOR AN ACT to amend the Indiana Code concerning human services and to make an appropriation.
Page last updated: Sunday, April 20, 2025 at 6:53 PM (America/Indianapolis).
General Information
- Stage: Introduced House Bill (H)
- Current Chamber: house
- Origin Chamber: house
- Description: Mental health care for first responders.
Legislators
Authors (1)
Sponsors (0)
Cosponsors (0)
Advisors (0)
Conferees (0)
Actions (3 total)
- Jan 13, 2025, 11:36 AM: First reading: referred to Committee on Veterans Affairs and Public Safety
- Jan 13, 2025, 11:36 AM: Authored by Representative Jackson
- Jan 13, 2025, 11:36 AM: Coauthored by Representatives Pressel and Harris
Digest
Establishes the Indiana first responders mental health wellness fund and program (fund and program). Provides that the division of mental health and addiction of the office of the secretary of family and social services (division) shall administer the fund and program. Provides that a first responder who meets certain requirements may apply to the division for: (1) costs associated with the first responder's active participation in a mental health treatment plan as determined by a psychologist or physician treating the first responder; and (2) compensation if the first responder is unable to work. Establishes requirements for obtaining compensation. Makes a continuous appropriation.