Congress extends mental health support for police officers through 2029
H.R. 5282 — Reauthorizing Support and Treatment for Officers in Crisis Act of 2025 · Filed by Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) · 28 cosponsors · Introduced Sep 10, 2025 · Referred to committee
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What it does
This bill extends federal grant funding for law enforcement officer support and crisis intervention programs for five more years (2025–2029), replacing the expiring 2020–2024 authorization. It reauthorizes existing grants that help police officers and their families access mental health treatment and crisis support services.
Why we flagged it
The bill's sole function is to extend the authorization period for existing federal grants supporting officer mental health and family crisis services. It is a routine reauthorization with no policy changes to the underlying program.
Who it affects
The bill extends mental health and crisis support services for law enforcement officers and their families, which reduces officer suicide risk, improves community policing outcomes, and supports public safety. No restrictions on citizen rights or protections are imposed; the bill simply continues an existing public-health program.