Public Safety Committee Holds Hearing on First Responder Suicide

The Philadelphia City Council Committee on Public Safety heard testimony on Resolution 250863, “examining whether death by suicide for first responders should be considered as occurring in the line of duty, and to explore mental health initiatives aimed at preventing suicide and supporting the overall well-being of first responders.” Council President Kenyatta Johnson, the originator […]

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