The proposed bill establishes the Law Enforcement Critical Mental Health Assistance Grant Program within the Department of Human Services, aimed at providing confidential mental health services to law enforcement officers and their family members who are experiencing mental health crises or suicidal thoughts. The program will award grants to mental health providers, with the Commissioner of Human Services responsible for developing the application process and selection criteria for grant awards. The bill emphasizes the importance of geographical accessibility, ensuring that mental health services are available within a one-hour travel distance for patients.

To support the implementation of this program, the bill appropriates $3 million from the General Fund to the Department of Human Services. The Commissioner is tasked with notifying potential applicants about the funding availability and making the application accessible on the department's website. Additionally, the Commissioner will publish a list of approved mental health providers, further facilitating access to necessary mental health services for law enforcement personnel and their families. The act is set to take effect four months after its enactment, allowing for necessary administrative preparations in advance.