The resolution recognizes the effectiveness of the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) programs in Alabama, which are designed to improve law enforcement's response to individuals experiencing mental illness or intellectual disability disorders (IDD). It emphasizes the importance of non-law enforcement responses to behavioral health crises, advocating for the use of the least intrusive methods possible. The CIT program, developed by the State CIT Steering Committee, provides specialized training for law enforcement officers, equipping them with the skills to handle such situations with compassion and understanding. This training has been shown to reduce the likelihood of physical confrontations, improve officer safety, and facilitate better access to mental health treatment for individuals in crisis.

The resolution commends the leadership of NAMI Alabama CIT Division and the State CIT Steering Committee for their contributions to crisis intervention. It encourages law enforcement agencies and community mental health centers to collaborate and implement active CIT programs across the state, recognizing the CIT program as a model for best practices in crisis response. The resolution also calls for the distribution of its findings to various law enforcement and mental health organizations in Alabama, promoting a unified approach to addressing mental health crises within the community.