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Funding Mental Health Screening and Re-Entry Support for Incarcerated Individuals

This law establishes a grant program providing federal funds to states and localities for mandatory mental health screenings for all individuals entering prisons and jails. The core goal is to ensure that those identified with severe mental illness receive referrals and active follow-up support from local mental healthcare providers immediately upon release. This initiative aims to improve individual health outcomes and reduce recidivism, thereby enhancing public safety.
Key points
Mandatory, brief mental health screening for all individuals entering federal, state, and local detention centers to identify severe mental illnesses.
Creation of Outreach Teams responsible for contacting individuals needing referrals before or immediately after release (within 24-48 hours) to ensure continuity of care.
The program requires rigorous evaluation by independent researchers to measure its impact on crime rates, employment, and wages of released participants over 10 years.
Authorizes significant federal funding, starting at $100 million in 2025, primarily directed towards local jails and state prisons for implementation.
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Print number: 118_HR_8397
Sponsor: Rep. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11]
Process start date: 2024-05-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Improving Mental Healthcare in the Re-Entry System Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8397.

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 2024-05-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory, brief mental health screening for all individuals entering federal, state, and local detention centers to identify severe mental illnesses.
  • Creation of Outreach Teams responsible for contacting individuals needing referrals before or immediately after release (within 24-48 hours) to ensure continuity of care.
  • The program requires rigorous evaluation by independent researchers to measure its impact on crime rates, employment, and wages of released participants over 10 years.
  • Authorizes significant federal funding, starting at $100 million in 2025, primarily directed towards local jails and state prisons for implementation.
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. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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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