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Community Mental Health: Grants for Local Resilience and Wellness Programs.

This Act establishes a new federal grant program to fund local initiatives aimed at improving mental health and emotional resilience across entire communities. Funds will be distributed to coordinating networks of various organizations (schools, neighborhood groups, businesses) to identify risk factors and strengthen protective factors, preventing mental health issues at the community level. The goal is to provide residents with access to non-clinical support programs and skills for coping with stress and trauma.
Key points
Provides grants (up to $500,000 annually) for local networks to establish programs promoting mental wellness and resilience.
Programs must use a public health approach, focusing on preventing mental health issues across the entire community, not just individual treatment.
Local coordinating networks must involve at least five different types of organizations (e.g., schools, faith groups, businesses) for comprehensive action.
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Print number: 118_S_1452
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2023-05-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Community Mental Wellness and Resilience Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1452.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Provides grants (up to $500,000 annually) for local networks to establish programs promoting mental wellness and resilience.
  • Programs must use a public health approach, focusing on preventing mental health issues across the entire community, not just individual treatment.
  • Local coordinating networks must involve at least five different types of organizations (e.g., schools, faith groups, businesses) for comprehensive action.
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 Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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