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School Mental Health Grants: Education and Career Promotion for Students.

This law establishes two grant programs aimed at boosting mental health support and education within schools nationwide. The first program funds initiatives that teach students coping skills and destigmatize mental health issues, while the second focuses on promoting careers in mental health fields among high school students. This provides students with better resources for well-being and helps address future shortages of mental health professionals.
Key points
Schools can receive funding to implement or expand mental health awareness programs that teach students emotional management and symptom recognition, requiring family engagement.
Grants support professional development for educators to teach mental health content effectively and ensure programs are trauma-informed and culturally appropriate.
A separate program promotes mental health careers (e.g., psychologists, social workers) to high school students through internships, shadowing, and mentorship opportunities.
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Print number: 118_HR_8444
Sponsor: Rep. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-31]
Process start date: 2024-05-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Mental Health in Schools Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8444.

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 2024-05-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Schools can receive funding to implement or expand mental health awareness programs that teach students emotional management and symptom recognition, requiring family engagement.
  • Grants support professional development for educators to teach mental health content effectively and ensure programs are trauma-informed and culturally appropriate.
  • A separate program promotes mental health careers (e.g., psychologists, social workers) to high school students through internships, shadowing, and mentorship opportunities.
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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Health Education