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Mental Health Support for Students in Schools

This act aims to improve access to mental health services for children and adolescents in schools. It will enable schools to offer support for dealing with trauma, grief, suicide risk, and violence, helping students in their daily lives and development.
Key points
Schools will receive funding for programs supporting student mental health, including staff training.
Collaboration between schools, health services, and other organizations to provide comprehensive care.
Programs will be age, culturally, and linguistically appropriate, incorporating trauma-informed approaches.
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Additional Information
Mental Health Services for Students Act of 2021
Print number: HR 721
Sponsor: Rep. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-32]
Process start date: 2021-02-02