Fighting Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Act of 2025
Sen. Grassley Leads Bipartisan Push to Expand PTSD Treatment for First Responders
This bill was recently introduced in the Senate and is currently being reviewed by the Committee on the Judiciary. It is in the early stages of the legislative process and is considered active. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
This bill has strong support from both Republicans and Democrats and addresses a widely recognized need for first responder mental health services.
Key Points
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Public safety officers (police, firefighters, EMTs, 911 dispatchers) struggling with PTSD and acute stress disorder would eventually benefit from a federally supported treatment program. However, this bill only requires a report and program proposal, so actual treatment access depends on future legislation. If the follow-up program is enacted, it could meaningfully reduce untreated mental health conditions among first responders, a group where an estimated 30% develop behavioral health issues during their careers.
Milestones
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Passed Senate with amendments by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S2723, S2726-2727; text: CR S2726-2727)
The Senate voted to approve this bill. If the House already passed it, it goes to the President.
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with amendments by Voice Vote.
The Senate voted to approve this bill. If the House already passed it, it goes to the President.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 411.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Grassley with amendments. Without written report.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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Chicago Mayor's 2026 budget includes historic mental health funding for first responders
Mayor Brandon Johnson's FY 2026 budget proposal includes a $100 million Community Safety Fund dedicated to mental health support for first responders, reflecting a growing national trend toward providing specialized psychological care for police and emergency personnel.
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Fighting Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Act of 2025
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