Student Mental Health Helpline Act
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Latest action (9 Nov 2023): ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Ms. Bonamici asked unanimous consent that she may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 822, a bill originally introduced by Representative Stewart, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.
What this bill does
H.R. 822, the Student Mental Health Helpline Act, would authorize grants to establish or maintain free, confidential helplines for students facing challenges such as abuse, bullying, and depression. These helplines would be accessible via multiple communication platforms and would operate 24/7. They would provide information to school officials about student mental health and safety concerns, within privacy limits. The bill also directs the Department of Health and Human Services to study the feasibility of a national student mental health and safety helpline.
The grants would be awarded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to agencies or subdivisions of state, tribal, or local governments responsible for health, public health, or education. These recipients would use the funds to support helpline operations, including culturally competent services and coordination with other mental health and community service providers. The bill also includes provisions for grants to transition existing helplines to eligible entities.
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 2, 2023, and was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. Its current status is "Introduced." No further action has been taken on the bill as of the provided information.
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Timeline
9 Nov 2023
ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Ms. Bonamici asked unanimous consent that she may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 822, a bill originally introduced by Representative Stewart, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 822 do?
- H.R. 822, the Student Mental Health Helpline Act, would authorize grants to establish or maintain free, confidential helplines for students facing challenges such as abuse, bullying, and depression. These helplines would be accessible via multiple communication platforms and would operate 24/7. They would provide information to school officials about student mental health and safety concerns, within privacy limits. The bill also directs the Department of Health and Human Services to study the feasibility of a national student mental health and safety helpline. The grants would be awarded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to agencies or subdivisions of state, tribal, or local governments responsible for health, public health, or education. These recipients would use the funds to support helpline operations, including culturally competent services and coordination with other mental health and community service providers. The bill also includes provisions for grants to transition existing helplines to eligible entities. This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 2, 2023, and was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. Its current status is "Introduced." No further action has been taken on the bill as of the provided information.
- Has H.R. 822 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 822. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 822?
- H.R. 822 was sponsored by Rep. Stewart, Chris [R-UT-2] (R-UT), with 2 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 822?
- ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Ms. Bonamici asked unanimous consent that she may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 822, a bill originally introduced by Representative Stewart, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection. (9 Nov 2023).
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