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Funding 24/7 Confidential Mental Health Helplines for Students.

This law authorizes federal grants to establish and maintain free, confidential, 24/7 mental health and safety helplines specifically for students. These helplines must be accessible via phone, text, and social media, offering support for issues like bullying, depression, and suicidal thoughts. The goal is to provide immediate, private support to students facing crises, ensuring their health information is protected under federal privacy rules.
Key points
Creates a new federal grant program to fund 24/7, free, and confidential mental health helplines for students nationwide.
Helplines must support students dealing with abuse, bullying, depression, and risks of self-harm, using culturally competent methods.
Student privacy is mandatory; all information shared with the helpline is protected under HIPAA regulations.
Authorizes $55 million annually from 2024 to 2034 to support these critical services.
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Print number: 118_HR_822
Sponsor: Rep. Stewart, Chris [R-UT-2]
Process start date: 2023-02-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Student Mental Health Helpline Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_822.

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:

  • Creates a new federal grant program to fund 24/7, free, and confidential mental health helplines for students nationwide.
  • Helplines must support students dealing with abuse, bullying, depression, and risks of self-harm, using culturally competent methods.
  • Student privacy is mandatory; all information shared with the helpline is protected under HIPAA regulations.
  • Authorizes $55 million annually from 2024 to 2034 to support these critical services.
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. Stewart, Chris [R-UT-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Ms. Bonamici asked unanimous consent that she may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 822, a bill originally introduced by Representative Stewart, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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