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RAYS Act: Mental health support info on student ID cards

Secondary schools will be required to include suicide prevention and mental health crisis contact information on student ID cards. This ensures students have immediate access to life-saving resources during difficult times.
Key points
Mandatory inclusion of the 988 Lifeline and Crisis Text Line on student identification cards.
Schools without physical IDs must post this information on their websites and student software portals.
Optional inclusion of local school counselor contacts and providing similar info on staff ID cards.
New outreach programs to inform families and students about available mental health support services.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_4061
Sponsor: Sen. Banks, Jim [R-IN]
Process start date: 2026-03-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

RAYS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_4061.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-03-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory inclusion of the 988 Lifeline and Crisis Text Line on student identification cards.
  • Schools without physical IDs must post this information on their websites and student software portals.
  • Optional inclusion of local school counselor contacts and providing similar info on staff ID cards.
  • New outreach programs to inform families and students about available mental health support services.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Banks, Jim [R-IN].

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 2026-03-21.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Health Education