Why 3/5: It establishes a new program for mental health training, which is a positive but not immediately time-sensitive operational change.
The Department of Fire Programs will develop a standardized, two-hour virtual mental health awareness training program specifically for firefighters. This training aims to equip firefighters with better mental health understanding and support, with fire departments having the option to adopt or adapt the program.
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Conferees appointed by House
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House Conferees: Sullivan, Pope Adams, Wright
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB140)
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Conference Report released
Cleared committee (favorable)
Conference report agreed to by House (98-Y 1-N 0-A)
Cleared committee (favorable)
Conference report agreed to by Senate (40-Y 0-N 0-A)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB140ER)
Passed a chamber
Signed by President
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB140)
Passed a chamber
Signed by Speaker
Enrolled
Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 31, 2026
Sent to the Governor
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 110 (effective 7/1/2026)
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Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0110)