What does Preamble of Lifeline for First Responders Act do?

This bill is formally titled 'To amend title 23, United States Code, to establish an EMS and First Responder Wellness Grant Program, and for other purposes.'

What does SHORT TITLE. of Lifeline for First Responders Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Lifeline for First Responders Act.

What does EMS AND FIRST RESPONDER WELLNESS GRANT PROGRAM. of Lifeline for First Responders Act do?

This section establishes the EMS and First Responder Wellness Grant Program. The program, administered by the Secretary through the Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, supports first responder mental health, stress reduction, family services, and suicide prevention. Eligible entities for grants include federal, state, tribal, or local fire services supplying emergency medical services, EMS agencies, and dispatch centers. Grant funds can be used for evidence-based stress reduction and mental health services, suicide prevention, confidential counseling, family support services, and outreach/education. The program is carried out through the Office of Emergency Medical Services of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The Act authorizes $7,500,000 annually from fiscal years 2028 through 2032 to carry out the program.

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Lifeline for First Responders Act

Last updated: 6/17/2026 · Introduced: 6/17/2026

Author: Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI)

TL;DR (AI)

The Lifeline for First Responders Act establishes a grant program to support the mental health and wellness of emergency medical services (EMS) and first responders.
Eligible entities, including fire services, EMS agencies, and dispatch centers, can receive grants for services like counseling, family support, and suicide prevention.
The Act authorizes $7,500,000 annually from 2028 through 2032 to fund this wellness grant program.

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