This bill aims to enhance public safety by establishing a privilege for communications related to peer support services for public safety personnel. It defines key terms such as "communication," "critical incident," "peer support services," and "public safety personnel," among others. The bill specifies that communications occurring during peer support meetings, as well as related records, are privileged and confidential, meaning they are not public records, cannot be discovered, and are inadmissible in legal proceedings. However, there are exceptions to this confidentiality, such as when there is a risk of harm to individuals or when required by law to report certain types of abuse.

Additionally, the bill provides immunity for peer support team members from liability in proceedings related to disclosures made under specific circumstances. It ensures that recipients of peer support services cannot be compelled to testify about their communications without consent. The legislation also clarifies that the privilege does not apply to communications that indicate child or vulnerable adult abuse or criminal acts. Overall, the bill seeks to protect the mental health and well-being of public safety personnel by fostering a supportive environment for discussing critical incidents and personal challenges.