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24/7 Mental Health Crisis Hotline and Support for Farmers and Ranchers.

This law establishes the National Agricultural Crisis Hotline, providing 24/7 emotional support, crisis intervention, and mental health resources specifically for farmers, ranchers, farm workers, and their families. It significantly increases funding for agricultural stress assistance programs to $19 million annually through 2028, aiming to address the high suicide rates in the farming community. Citizens in rural areas gain access to specialized, confidential care tailored to the unique stresses of agricultural life.
Key points
Creation of a 24/7 national crisis hotline (voice and text) dedicated to providing mental health and substance use disorder support to the agricultural population.
Reauthorization and increase of funding for the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN) to $19 million annually from 2024 to 2028.
Mandatory mental health training for agriculture professionals, including farm loan officers and extension agents, to better serve the community.
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Print number: 118_S_3761
Sponsor: Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]
Process start date: 2024-02-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

National Agricultural Crisis Hotline Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3761.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-02-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of a 24/7 national crisis hotline (voice and text) dedicated to providing mental health and substance use disorder support to the agricultural population.
  • Reauthorization and increase of funding for the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN) to $19 million annually from 2024 to 2028.
  • Mandatory mental health training for agriculture professionals, including farm loan officers and extension agents, to better serve the community.
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. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY].

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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Health Agriculture