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Boosting Mental Health and Addiction Support in Schools

This act aims to increase the number of mental health and substance use disorder care providers in schools and school-based health centers. This will give students easier access to needed help, potentially improving their well-being and academic performance. Additionally, states will receive increased financial support for these services.
Key points
More Professionals: Schools and school-based health centers will receive funds to hire more psychologists, psychiatrists, counselors, and social workers.
Improved Access to Help: Students will have easier access to mental health and substance use disorder support directly within their schools.
Increased Financial Support for States: The federal government will increase its share of costs for mental health and substance use disorder services provided in schools, encouraging states to expand these programs.
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Print number: 117_HR_7672
Sponsor: Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-14]
Process start date: 2022-05-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Advancing Student Services In Schools Today Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7672.

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 2022-05-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • More Professionals: Schools and school-based health centers will receive funds to hire more psychologists, psychiatrists, counselors, and social workers.
  • Improved Access to Help: Students will have easier access to mental health and substance use disorder support directly within their schools.
  • Increased Financial Support for States: The federal government will increase its share of costs for mental health and substance use disorder services provided in schools, encouraging states to expand these programs.
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. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-14].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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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