arrow_back Back to App

Student Mental Health Support: New Advisory Commission

This act aims to improve mental health support for higher education students. A special commission will be established to study the issues and propose solutions, ensuring students facing mental health challenges have better access to help and can successfully complete their studies. This is a step towards better understanding and responding to the growing mental health needs of students.
Key points
Establishment of an Advisory Commission on Serving and Supporting Students with Mental Health Disabilities in Higher Education.
The Commission will study challenges faced by students with mental health disabilities, including service availability and effectiveness.
Recommendations will be developed for higher education institutions, states, and the federal government to improve mental health services for students.
The goal is to ensure students with mental health issues have equal educational opportunities and support to complete college.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3048
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2021-10-21
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Higher Education Mental Health Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3048.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of an Advisory Commission on Serving and Supporting Students with Mental Health Disabilities in Higher Education.
  • The Commission will study challenges faced by students with mental health disabilities, including service availability and effectiveness.
  • Recommendations will be developed for higher education institutions, states, and the federal government to improve mental health services for students.
  • The goal is to ensure students with mental health issues have equal educational opportunities and support to complete college.
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. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

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 2025-12-29.

CATEGORIES

Education Health