Establishes "Mental and Behavioral Health for Hispanics and Latinos Act"; appropriates $1 million.

This bill establishes the "Mental and Behavioral Health for Hispanics and Latinos Act" to address mental health disparities in New Jersey. It requires the Commissioner of Health, working with community organizations, to create a culturally and linguistically appropriate outreach strategy focused on reducing stigma, increasing awareness of common mental health symptoms, and providing information on evidence-based treatments tailored to Hispanic and Latino communities. The strategy must address pandemic impacts, involve community members in development, and promote a holistic health approach. The bill appropriates $1 million from the General Fund to fund this initiative and mandates annual reports to the Governor and Legislature on progress in improving mental health outcomes for these populations.