Mental health first aid training eyed for public safety officials
Johnson testifies on panel promoting a new mental health first aid course for public safety staff. U.S. Rep Lynn Jenkins advocates funding, noting bipartisan support for a bill authorizing 20 million annually in grants to officers educators and providers. A one time 15 million appropriation was made in 2014. Jenkins aims to build awareness until the measure becomes law while Bert Nash could lower course costs and expand staff. Lt Steve Lewis praises the program for jail staff and inmate care, reducing strain on responders.
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