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Mental Health and Addiction Services Support During Public Health Emergencies

This act aims to ensure continuous access to mental health and substance use disorder services during public health emergencies. This means citizens will have better support during difficult times, and the healthcare system will be better prepared for sudden crises.
Key points
Ensuring access to mental health and substance use disorder services during pandemics and other crises.
Requiring a strategy to support these services, especially for at-risk individuals.
Regular reporting on government activities to support mental health during emergencies.
Expert recommendations to improve the provision of these services in emergencies.
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Print number: 117_S_3476
Sponsor: Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM]
Process start date: 2022-01-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SUPPORT Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3476.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-01-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ensuring access to mental health and substance use disorder services during pandemics and other crises.
  • Requiring a strategy to support these services, especially for at-risk individuals.
  • Regular reporting on government activities to support mental health during emergencies.
  • Expert recommendations to improve the provision of these services in emergencies.
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. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM].

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.

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