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Mental Health Support for Latinos: Education and Stigma Reduction

This act aims to improve access to mental health information for the Latino community in the U.S. It focuses on creating culturally and linguistically appropriate educational programs to reduce the stigma associated with mental health conditions and substance abuse. This will help Latino citizens more easily find help and understand symptoms, positively impacting their daily lives and well-being.
Key points
Implementation of a mental health outreach and education strategy, culturally and linguistically tailored to the needs of Latino communities.
Increased awareness of mental illness symptoms and substance abuse, considering differences within subgroups (e.g., gender, age, sexual orientation).
Provision of information on evidence-based, culturally and linguistically appropriate interventions and treatments.
Promotion of a holistic view of health, connecting behavioral and physical health, and addressing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Print number: 118_HR_4884
Sponsor: Rep. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-31]
Process start date: 2023-07-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Mental Health for Latinos Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4884.

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 2023-07-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Implementation of a mental health outreach and education strategy, culturally and linguistically tailored to the needs of Latino communities.
  • Increased awareness of mental illness symptoms and substance abuse, considering differences within subgroups (e.g., gender, age, sexual orientation).
  • Provision of information on evidence-based, culturally and linguistically appropriate interventions and treatments.
  • Promotion of a holistic view of health, connecting behavioral and physical health, and addressing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-31].

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 2025-12-25.

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