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S.2700: HERO Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 117th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Aug. 10, 2021
- Latest Major Action Aug. 10, 2021
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
8 (7 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - Aug. 10, 2021
Bill Summary
Helping Emergency Responders Overcome Act or the HERO Act This bill establishes and authorizes behavioral health programs for law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency medical services personnel, 9-1-1 operators, and other public safety officers. Specifically, the Fire Administration within the Federal Emergency Management Agency must develop resources for educating mental health care providers about treating firefighters and emergency...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Aug. 10, 2021 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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| Aug. 10, 2021 |
Introduced in the Senate by Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) |