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Support for Individuals with Mental Health Issues in Justice System

This act extends programs supporting individuals with mental health issues in the justice system. It means more resources for crisis intervention, suicide prevention in prisons, and better support after release, aiming to reduce reoffending and improve access to healthcare.
Key points
Increased funding for teams responding to mental health calls, often involving police and mental health workers.
Development of suicide prevention programs for incarcerated individuals.
Support for individuals released from correctional facilities to aid their reentry into the community and access to healthcare.
Support for the implementation of the 988 national suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8166
Sponsor: Rep. Scott, Robert C. "Bobby" [D-VA-3]
Process start date: 2022-06-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Reauthorization Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8166.

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 2022-06-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased funding for teams responding to mental health calls, often involving police and mental health workers.
  • Development of suicide prevention programs for incarcerated individuals.
  • Support for individuals released from correctional facilities to aid their reentry into the community and access to healthcare.
  • Support for the implementation of the 988 national suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline.
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. Scott, Robert C. "Bobby" [D-VA-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

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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Courts and Law Health