Enrolled Texas House Bill 35: Relating To A Peer Support Network For First Responders
The legislation was signed on June 20, 2025. It went into effect on September 5, 2025. It directs the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to develop a statewide, confidential, peer support network for firefighters and emergency medical services personnel. The network is expected to be operational by March 31, 2026. To develop the network, TDEM will solicit and ensure that specialized training is provided to first responders who are participating as peers in the network and to those who want to provide peer-to-peer support . . .

