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Increased Funding for School Health Centers and Telehealth Services

This act boosts funding for school-based health centers, meaning better access to doctors and mental health professionals for children and youth directly in schools. It also supports the expansion of telehealth services, making remote medical consultations easier, which can improve healthcare access, especially in rural areas.
Key points
An additional $100 million for fiscal year 2022 for existing school-based health centers.
An extra $25 million for fiscal year 2022 to expand behavioral health care services in schools.
$100 million for fiscal year 2022 for the establishment of new school-based health centers.
$125 million for fiscal year 2022 for community health centers, with $25 million allocated for behavioral health services.
Establishment of demonstration programs to introduce or expand telehealth services at school-based health centers.
Provision of technical assistance and training to school-based health centers to enhance their operations.
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Print number: 117_S_1738
Sponsor: Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI]
Process start date: 2021-05-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Hallways to Health Care Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1738.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • An additional $100 million for fiscal year 2022 for existing school-based health centers.
  • An extra $25 million for fiscal year 2022 to expand behavioral health care services in schools.
  • $100 million for fiscal year 2022 for the establishment of new school-based health centers.
  • $125 million for fiscal year 2022 for community health centers, with $25 million allocated for behavioral health services.
  • Establishment of demonstration programs to introduce or expand telehealth services at school-based health centers.
  • Provision of technical assistance and training to school-based health centers to enhance their operations.
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 Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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