Columbia Fire and Rescue receives goldendoodle as emotional support canine City council approves donation of $5,000 goldendoodle for firefighter support.

Columbia Fire and Rescue is set to welcome a Goldendoodle as an emotional support canine, marking a groundbreaking step in prioritizing the mental health of our firefighters.

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House Public Insurance Committee advances bills on PTSD compensation for first responders Committee unanimously approves House bills 80 and 81 addressing PTSD coverage for first responders

Ohio is taking a groundbreaking step to support its public safety workers by advancing bills that recognize PTSD as a legitimate injury, ensuring they receive the compensation they deserve.

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New First Responder Resilience Grant Program to fund mental health initiatives Agency establishes program to provide competitive grants for resilience coaches in organizations.

Pennsylvania is taking a bold step to support the mental health of first responders with the introduction of House Bill 676, paving the way for vital resilience coaching programs.

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Montana Legislature mandates behavioral health coverage for state employee benefits Montana employee benefits plans must now include mental health and behavioral health screenings.

Montana's Senate Bill 244 is set to revolutionize health benefits for state employees by mandating comprehensive mental health coverage and protections for law enforcement families.

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Arkansas Bill Mandates Counseling for Public Safety Employees After Trauma House Bill 1505 requires public employers to provide counseling for traumatized employees.

Arkansas is taking a monumental step by introducing House Bill 1505, which mandates mental health counseling for public safety employees facing trauma—an essential lifeline for our heroes on the front lines.

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Connecticut General Assembly introduces bill for PTSD workers' compensation coverage Legislation adds witnessing serious injuries to PTSD qualifying events for workers' compensation.

Connecticut is taking a bold step to protect the mental health of its first responders by introducing a bill that expands workers' compensation coverage for those who witness serious physical injuries.

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