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Increased Mental Health Support for Students in Schools

This act boosts funding for mental health and substance use disorder services in schools, making it easier for students to access needed help. This will allow more specialists to work directly in educational settings, improving the health and well-being of children and adolescents.
Key points
Increased federal funding for states to provide mental health and substance use disorder services in schools.
Grant program to increase the number of mental health professionals in schools and school-based health centers.
Support for students with mental health and substance use issues, including those covered by Medicaid.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
ASSIST Act
Print number: S 2050
Sponsor: Sen. Warnock, Raphael G. [D-GA]
Process start date: 2025-06-12