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Supporting Mental Health of Educators and School Staff Act

This act aims to improve the mental health and well-being of school staff, including educators. It mandates the dissemination of best practices for suicide prevention and mental health promotion, and establishes a national education campaign to encourage the use of support services. Citizens can expect better support for those working in education, potentially leading to a more stable learning environment for children.
Key points
Dissemination of evidence-based practices for suicide prevention and mental health improvement among school staff.
National education and awareness initiative to encourage school staff to seek mental health and substance use support, addressing stigma.
Grant programs for schools and educational institutions to establish or enhance mental health programs for their staff.
Review and reporting on the mental health of the education workforce and the effectiveness of implemented programs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_744
Sponsor: Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
Process start date: 2023-02-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supporting the Mental Health of Educators and Staff Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_744.

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 2023-02-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Dissemination of evidence-based practices for suicide prevention and mental health improvement among school staff.
  • National education and awareness initiative to encourage school staff to seek mental health and substance use support, addressing stigma.
  • Grant programs for schools and educational institutions to establish or enhance mental health programs for their staff.
  • Review and reporting on the mental health of the education workforce and the effectiveness of implemented programs.
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. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1].

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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