David P. Joyce
Representative for Ohio · Republican · United States
“Mr. Speaker, I am proud to rise today in strong support of my legislation, the Providing Emotional Assistance with Relief and Love Act, also known as the PEARL Act. For years, the men and women of Customs and Border Protection have faced mental health challenges.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“When we ask our CBP personnel to face difficult and often traumatic situations, we have a responsibility to ensure they have the resources and support necessary to meet the challenges of their work.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
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“When we ask our CBP personnel to face difficult and often traumatic situations, we have a responsibility to ensure they have the resources and support necessary to meet the challenges of their work. That is why I urge my colleagues to support this legislation and demonstrate that Congress will always be supportive of the mental health of the Customs and Border Patrol personnel. Mr. VAN EPPS. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I am proud to rise today in strong support of my legislation, the Providing Emotional Assistance with Relief and Love Act, also known as the PEARL Act. For years, the men and women of Customs and Border Protection have faced mental health challenges. From confronting the scourge of illicit fentanyl crossing our borders to witnessing the heartbreaking toll of human trafficking, including trafficking of unaccompanied minors, these officers deal with some of the most difficult emotional stresses that exist. In fiscal years 2016 through 2025, 81 CBP employees died by suicide. In 2023, CBP launched the Support Canine Program to boost morale and improve officers' mental health through therapy dogs.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗