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Student Rights: Mental Health Support and Anti-Discrimination Guidance for Colleges.

This Act aims to enhance protection for students with mental health and substance use disorders at higher education institutions. Citizens can expect colleges to be required to provide better accommodations and facilities to prevent discrimination, which often results in mandatory leave or eviction from on-campus housing. The Secretary of Education will conduct a study and issue guidance to ensure colleges comply with existing disability laws.
Key points
Requires the Secretary of Education to conduct a study on student mental health and substance use disorders and related college policies.
Colleges must receive new guidance on compliance with the ADA and Section 504 to ensure students with mental health issues receive reasonable accommodations and housing.
The Act seeks to prevent practices where colleges force students experiencing a mental health crisis to leave school or housing, making re-enrollment difficult.
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Print number: 118_HR_3726
Sponsor: Rep. Porter, Katie [D-CA-47]
Process start date: 2023-05-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Student Mental Health Rights Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3726.

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 2023-05-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires the Secretary of Education to conduct a study on student mental health and substance use disorders and related college policies.
  • Colleges must receive new guidance on compliance with the ADA and Section 504 to ensure students with mental health issues receive reasonable accommodations and housing.
  • The Act seeks to prevent practices where colleges force students experiencing a mental health crisis to leave school or housing, making re-enrollment difficult.
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. Porter, Katie [D-CA-47].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

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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