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Extending Mental Health Protection for Healthcare Workers Until 2029.

This Act reauthorizes mental health and substance use disorder support programs for healthcare professionals until 2029. This extension ensures that medical personnel continue to have access to crucial services, improving their well-being and capacity to provide care. The legislation also introduces a focus on reducing administrative burdens, which are a major cause of burnout in the healthcare sector.
Key points
Mental health support programs for healthcare providers (Dr. Lorna Breen Act) are reauthorized for the years 2025 through 2029.
Educational initiatives encouraging the use of mental health and substance use disorder services will be conducted annually.
Funding for mental health promotion programs is expanded to include entities focused on reducing administrative burdens on healthcare workers.
The Act mandates the dissemination of best practices to promote mental health and prevent substance use and misuse among the health professional workforce.
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Print number: 118_S_3679
Sponsor: Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]
Process start date: 2024-01-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Reauthorization Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3679.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-01-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mental health support programs for healthcare providers (Dr. Lorna Breen Act) are reauthorized for the years 2025 through 2029.
  • Educational initiatives encouraging the use of mental health and substance use disorder services will be conducted annually.
  • Funding for mental health promotion programs is expanded to include entities focused on reducing administrative burdens on healthcare workers.
  • The Act mandates the dissemination of best practices to promote mental health and prevent substance use and misuse among the health professional workforce.
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. Kaine, Tim [D-VA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 423.

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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