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Mental Health Support in Schools: New Guidelines for Intervention Teams

This act aims to improve mental health support for students in elementary, secondary schools, and higher education institutions. It introduces guidelines for establishing intervention teams to assist students struggling with learning or at risk of self-harm/harming others. This means parents and students can expect better help in difficult situations.
Key points
Establishing school mental health support teams: These teams will help students who are struggling with learning or are at risk.
Protecting student rights: Guidelines will ensure that team actions protect students' rights and privacy.
Collaboration with experts: Teams will consist of trained professionals, including psychologists and educators, to provide effective help.
Avoiding unnecessary referrals: The goal is early support to avoid unnecessary involvement of law enforcement.
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Print number: 117_S_5325
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Process start date: 2022-12-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Behavioral Intervention Guidelines Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5325.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishing school mental health support teams: These teams will help students who are struggling with learning or are at risk.
  • Protecting student rights: Guidelines will ensure that team actions protect students' rights and privacy.
  • Collaboration with experts: Teams will consist of trained professionals, including psychologists and educators, to provide effective help.
  • Avoiding unnecessary referrals: The goal is early support to avoid unnecessary involvement of law enforcement.
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. Cornyn, John [R-TX].

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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Health Education