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H.R. 2992 · 117th Congress · 2021–2022

Traumatic Brain Injury and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Law Enforcement Training Act

H.R. 2992 in the 117th Congress (2021–2022) became law — introduced on May 4, 2021, sponsored by Bill Pascrell, Jr. with 13 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.

During the 117th Congress (2021–2022), Joe Biden was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.

Status
Became law
Introduced
May 4, 2021
Co-sponsors
13
Policy area
Health
Public law
Public Law 117-170

What it does

Traumatic Brain Injury and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Law Enforcement Training Act or the TBI and PTSD Law Enforcement Training Act This bill requires the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) to consult with relevant agencies to establish crisis intervention training tools for first responders to address individuals with traumatic brain injuries, acquired brain injuries, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ). Co-sponsors: 10 Democrats, 3 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMay 4, 2021
  • Passed the HouseMay 18, 2022
  • Passed the SenateAug 1, 2022
  • Sent to the PresidentAug 15, 2022
  • Became lawAug 16, 2022

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 117-170. (Aug 16, 2022)

How Congress voted

  • On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
    House · May 18, 2022 · Passed
    400–21

Every roll call vote on this bill

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