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LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health Support: New Programs and Protections

This act aims to improve access to mental health services for LGBTQ+ youth and their families. It establishes grant programs for support, training, and bullying prevention, while explicitly prohibiting the use of conversion therapy. The goal is to ensure a safer environment and better care for young people.
Key points
Access to Mental Health Services: Grant programs will be established to support mental health and substance abuse outcomes for LGBTQ+ youth.
Ban on Conversion Therapy: Funds from this act cannot be used to promote or provide conversion therapy, which attempts to change sexual orientation or gender identity.
Support for Families and Schools: The act includes provisions for caregiver training, development of family resources, and school bullying prevention guidelines.
Research and Data Collection: Data on LGBTQ+ youth mental health will be collected, and existing reports will be updated to better understand their needs.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3757
Sponsor: Rep. Davids, Sharice [D-KS-3]
Process start date: 2025-06-05