Committee Hears Bill To Create Confidential Peer Support for First Responders
Lawmakers heard House Bill 6-21 to allow law enforcement, fire and EMS agencies to establish peer-to-peer support programs with baseline qualifications and confidentiality protections, with multiple public-safety leaders urging passage to address PTSD and retention.
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Representative Steve Gist introduced House Bill 6-21, which would authorize Montana police, fire, EMS and sheriff departments to establish peer-to-peer support programs that meet minimum certification, continuing-education and confidentiality standards based on IACP peer-support guidelines. Gist told the Senate Local Government Committee the measure would define qualifications and allow individuals to use multiple peer supporters.
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