The article highlights the alarming rate of police suicides in New York, with six officers already having taken their lives in 2025, half from Long Island. Nassau PBA President Tommy Shevlin stresses the need for prioritizing mental health, as these tragedies highlight an ongoing crisis exacerbated by the stress of law enforcement. The proposed Lt. Joseph Banish Mental Health Act aims to create peer support for officers, addressing the stigma surrounding mental health issues. Though the bill has legislative support, it remains stalled in the Assembly, with advocates urging swift action to prevent further loss.
"The numbers are alarming, which is why our mental health should be a priority," Shevlin said.
"This legislation is not just necessary - it's long overdue," Civello told The Post.
"Tons of officers struggle in silence, fearing the stigma or even career consequences for speaking out about their mental health - something he hopes the statewide legislation would begin to dismantle."
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