House Bill No. [insert bill number] proposes the establishment of local first responder peer support programs, allowing police departments, sheriff's offices, fire departments, and emergency medical service providers to create such programs under specific guidelines. The bill outlines minimum requirements for these programs, including the qualifications for peer supporters, confidentiality protections, and the prohibition of recording peer support sessions. Notably, it stipulates that a qualified peer supporter cannot testify about the content of a peer support session, with certain exceptions related to criminal activity, self-harm, or harm to others, and requests from appropriate licensing boards.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for codification into Title 7, chapter 32, and makes adjustments to existing legal language by deleting references to "part 21." It also contains coordination instructions that require amendments to references in the bill if both this act and Senate Bill No. 518 are passed, ensuring consistency in the language regarding licensing boards and their reporting requirements. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the support available to first responders while maintaining the confidentiality and integrity of peer support interactions.