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Online Mental Health Support: Access to Specialists for Everyone

This act aims to facilitate access to online mental health support, especially for individuals needing help with mental health and substance use issues. It provides funding for organizations to develop virtual support services, meaning more people can access free assistance from certified specialists, regardless of their location or difficulties in accessing traditional support.
Key points
Access to free online mental health support: Services will be provided free of charge by certified specialists.
Community support: Funds will go to organizations that help transition to online services or expand existing ones, with an emphasis on community-based and Tribal communities.
New technologies and training: Funds can be used for hardware, software, specialist training, and outreach activities.
Non-discrimination: Services will be available to everyone, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, language proficiency, or disability.
Help for vulnerable groups: Special support for healthcare workers, veterans, seniors, youth, and families, especially those affected by the pandemic.
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Additional Information
Virtual Peer Support Act of 2021
Print number: HR 2929
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Susie [D-NV-3]
Process start date: 2021-04-30