Department of Justice Report on Best Practices to Address Law Enforcement Officer Wellness
On May 25, 2022, in Section 4(a) of the Executive Order on Advancing Effective, Accountable, Policing and Criminal Justice Practices to Enhance Public Trust and Public Safety (EO 14074), President Biden directed the Department of Justice, in coordination with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), to develop and publish a report on best practices to address law enforcement officer wellness, including support for officers experiencing substance use disorders, mental health issues, or traumarelated symptoms. As required by the EO, this report draws from the work undertaken since the passage of the Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017 (Public Law 115-1123) and provides information on types of resources available from the federal government as well as needed investments.
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