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Post-Disaster Mental Health: New Counseling Services for Victims

This act allows the President to provide professional counseling services to individuals affected by natural disasters and other emergencies. This means citizens who have experienced traumatic events will have easier access to support, which can help them in their recovery.
Key points
Expands federal aid to include professional mental health counseling services for disaster victims.
Facilitates access to mental health support for individuals affected by emergencies and natural disasters.
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Print number: 117_HR_5703
Sponsor: Rep. Pressley, Ayanna [D-MA-7]
Process start date: 2021-10-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Post-Disaster Mental Health Response Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5703.

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 2021-10-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expands federal aid to include professional mental health counseling services for disaster victims.
  • Facilitates access to mental health support for individuals affected by emergencies and natural disasters.
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. Pressley, Ayanna [D-MA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 379.

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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