DHS Suicide Prevention and Resiliency for Law Enforcement Act

# DHS Suicide Prevention and Resiliency for Law Enforcement Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would establish new mental health and suicide prevention programs specifically for employees of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The legislation aims to address mental health challenges among law enforcement and security personnel working for DHS agencies—including Customs and Border Protection, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and the Secret Service—by creating support services and resilience training. **Who It Affects:** The bill directly affects DHS employees in law enforcement and security roles.

Indirectly, it could impact their families and the agencies' operational effectiveness, as mental health support can influence retention and workplace safety. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill (HR 6548) remains in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. This means it is still in the early legislative stage and would need to advance through the committee process and gain broader congressional support to become law.