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Boosting Mental Health Support for College Athletes Through Federal Grants.

This bill aims to improve mental health access for student-athletes by making specific support programs eligible for federal grants. Colleges can now secure funding to offer real-time counseling, telehealth, and training for staff and coaches. This change ensures that young adults facing high athletic and academic pressure receive necessary emotional and psychological support.
Key points
Colleges can now apply for federal grants to establish mental health support programs specifically for athletes.
Programs must include access to real-time counseling, telehealth services, peer support, and crisis lifelines (like 988).
Mandates training for faculty, coaches, and staff on how to effectively respond to students showing signs of mental distress.
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Print number: 118_S_2966
Sponsor: Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR]
Process start date: 2023-09-28