What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 1736.
Increased Mental Health Funding and Support for Farmers and Ranchers until 2028.
This Act reauthorizes and significantly increases funding for the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN) to $15 million annually through 2028. The goal is to improve access to mental health support for agricultural workers, including mandatory crisis lines. The network is also empowered to establish formal referral relationships with various certified health clinics and hospitals for comprehensive care.
Key points
Annual funding for farmer mental health support increases from $10 million to $15 million until 2028.
The support network must now specifically include immediate crisis lines for those in need.
Grant recipients can establish formal referral links to certified community behavioral health clinics and rural hospitals.
Status:
Expired
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