What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 3679.
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.
Status:
Expired
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