Bill No. 146, introduced by Murdock and Newton, amends existing legislation concerning the Department of Public Safety's Mental Wellness Division. The bill expands the scope of eligibility for mental wellness services to include not only public safety personnel but also retirees of such personnel. It updates statutory references and language, specifically designating the Commissioner of Public Safety as the appointing authority for the Director of the Mental Wellness Division. The bill emphasizes the importance of privacy for individuals receiving services, stating that no personal health information can be shared without consent, although aggregate mental health data may be disclosed for public safety improvement purposes, provided it does not reveal individual identities.

Additionally, the bill establishes a revolving fund, the Mental Wellness Division Revolving Fund, within the State Treasury to support the Division's activities. This fund will be ongoing and not subject to fiscal year limitations, allowing for continuous financial support for mental wellness programs. The bill also clarifies that expenditures from this fund will be managed according to established legal procedures. The effective date for these changes is set for November 1, 2025.