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School Mental Health Grants: Expanding Telehealth Access for Students.

This law establishes a federal grant program to fund mental and behavioral health services for elementary and secondary school students, focusing heavily on telehealth solutions. The goal is to increase access to care, especially for children in rural areas or high-poverty schools, by funding equipment, space, and staff within school settings. This directly improves the availability of psychological support for students in their daily school environment.
Key points
Provides $5 million annually (FY 2024-2027) for schools to establish or expand mental health telehealth programs.
Prioritizes funding for schools in rural areas, high-poverty zones, or areas lacking sufficient health professionals, increasing service availability for those most in need.
Allows schools to hire staff and purchase technology (equipment and software) specifically to deliver remote mental and behavioral health care to students.
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Print number: 118_HR_1689
Sponsor: Rep. Spanberger, Abigail Davis [D-VA-7]
Process start date: 2023-03-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Connecting Students with Mental Health Services Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1689.

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 2023-03-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Provides $5 million annually (FY 2024-2027) for schools to establish or expand mental health telehealth programs.
  • Prioritizes funding for schools in rural areas, high-poverty zones, or areas lacking sufficient health professionals, increasing service availability for those most in need.
  • Allows schools to hire staff and purchase technology (equipment and software) specifically to deliver remote mental and behavioral health care to students.
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. Spanberger, Abigail Davis [D-VA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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