Legislative Services

First Responder Mental Health Program, FY2026

The purpose of this program is to provide services and assistance directly to peace officers and first responders to address direct and indirect trauma that occurs in the course of their normal duties either as the result of the commission of crimes by other persons or in response to an emergency.
The objectives of the program are to:

• Provide a confidential, specialized, evidence-based approach to treating and reducing stress for officers and first responders;

• Improve coping mechanism/strategies;

• Increase morale and productivity; and

• Reduce the stigma associated with seeking help by providing safe, effective, and confidential services.