The U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center (NATC) released a comprehensive report on mass violence over a five-year period. Mass Attacks in Public Spaces: 2016-2020 is called the most comprehensive report to date on the mass violence (defined as attacks where three or more people, including the attacker, were harmed).

The U.S. Surgeon General released a new priority framework for addressing workplace mental health and well-being. In a report outlining the framework, Surgeon General of the United States and Vice Admiral of U.S. Public Health Services Vivek H. Murthy, M.D., M.B.A. emphasized the increasing need for workers to better manage daily stress and receive support from their workplace.

This week, a unanimous Senate passed six bills in support of law enforcement officers and their families, providing additional mental health support, as well as resources and training.

In October, FEDS Protection attended the 26th Annual National Convention of the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) in Rhode Island. As a proud sponsor of FLEOA, FEDS Protection was thrilled to see the federal law enforcement community gather for this annual event.

Last week, FEDtalk hosted a roundtable discussion on the importance of mental fitness for law enforcement. Panelists discussed the importance of both preventative and reactive mental health for law enforcement professionals.

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) released a tip sheet for human resources (HR) staff at federal agencies as employees prepare to return to the office following the pandemic. The release of the tip sheet coincides with May being Mental Health Awareness Month.