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Mental Health Support for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Communities

This act aims to improve access to mental health information and support for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander individuals. Citizens from these groups will receive culturally and linguistically appropriate educational materials, helping to reduce stigma and increase awareness of mental health issues.
Key points
Development of mental health education and outreach programs tailored to diverse cultural and linguistic needs.
Increased awareness of mental illness symptoms, considering differences within subgroups (e.g., gender, age, sexual orientation).
Provision of information on evidence-based, culturally and linguistically appropriate treatments and interventions.
Engagement of community members in the development and implementation of educational materials.
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Print number: 117_HR_3573
Sponsor: Rep. Chu, Judy [D-CA-27]
Process start date: 2021-05-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Stop Mental Health Stigma in Our Communities Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3573.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Development of mental health education and outreach programs tailored to diverse cultural and linguistic needs.
  • Increased awareness of mental illness symptoms, considering differences within subgroups (e.g., gender, age, sexual orientation).
  • Provision of information on evidence-based, culturally and linguistically appropriate treatments and interventions.
  • Engagement of community members in the development and implementation of educational materials.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Chu, Judy [D-CA-27].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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