What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 137.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-04.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr137/BILLS-117hr137ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 137

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Increased Access to Mental Healthcare and Gun Violence Prevention.

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Increased funding for mental health treatment, potentially improving access to therapy and support for those in need. Support for reporting mental health information to the background check system, aiming to enhance public safety by restricting firearm access for certain individuals. Potential reduction in gun-related suicides and domestic violence where the presence of a gun increases risk.

This act aims to increase access to mental health treatment, potentially reducing gun-related suicides and violence. It allocates $500 million for 2022 for this purpose. Additionally, the act encourages reporting relevant mental health information to the background check system to prevent individuals who may pose a risk from acquiring firearms.

Key points

Increased funding for mental health treatment, potentially improving access to therapy and support for those in need.

Support for reporting mental health information to the background check system, aiming to enhance public safety by restricting firearm access for certain individuals.

Potential reduction in gun-related suicides and domestic violence where the presence of a gun increases risk.

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Additional Information

Mental Health Access and Gun Violence Prevention Act of 2021

Print number: HR 137

Sponsor: Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18]

Process start date: 2021-01-04

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Increased Access to Mental Healthcare and Gun Violence Prevention.

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