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S 1390 United States Senate · 117th Congress

Youth Mental Health Services Act of 2021

Summary
Youth Mental Health Services Act of 2021 This bill authorizes state and local educational agencies to use Student Support and Academic Enrichment grants to improve mental health services available to students. Specifically, it allows funds to be used for identifying and disseminating best practices for mental health first aid, emergency planning, coordination of services, and telehealth services.
Issues: ✓ EducationSupports EducationAuthorizes use of education grants for school mental health services, enhancing student support programs and access within K-12 education framework.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill authorizes grants for student mental health services, expanding access through best practices and telehealth, directly supporting mental health care under healthcare policy.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2021
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Introduced Apr 27, 2021 Last action Apr 27, 2021
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Apr 27, 2021
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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Apr 27, 2021
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