Every night when I get home, I listen to what my husband deals with day-in and day-out. As the spouse of a first responder, I have heard stories of the intense psychological trauma that first responders are exposed to on a daily basis. Sadly, this trauma doesn’t just go away. Rather it builds up and … Continue reading REP. GREEN: Bill Protecting First Responders Signed by the Governor
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REP. GREEN: Serving Those Who Serve Us – A Huge Thank You
Last year, more first responders died from suicide than in the line of duty. That is why I am extremely grateful that, on February 28th, the House passed the first responder Post Traumatic Stress Injury bill. This bill would give workers compensation to first responders for treatment for psychological trauma. Previously, this compensation was only … Continue reading REP. GREEN: Serving Those Who Serve Us – A Huge Thank You
ARTICLE: “First responder PTSD bill resoundingly passes House, goes to governor”
Idaho State Journal: First responder PTSD bill resoundingly passes House, goes to governor Excerpt: Rep. Brooke Green, D-Boise, whose husband is an Ada County sheriff’s deputy, said, “They can’t unsee it, they can’t unfeel it, and they cannot unsmell it. … These men and women, they don’t seek help easily, they don’t admit when there’s … Continue reading ARTICLE: “First responder PTSD bill resoundingly passes House, goes to governor”