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Student Mental Health: Peer Support Pilot Program in Schools

This act establishes a pilot program to support the mental health of secondary school students through peer support activities. This means students can receive help from their peers, supervised by professionals, aiming to improve their well-being and access to professional assistance. The program is set to run until September 2029.
Key points
Secondary school students can receive mental health support from peers through a new program.
The program aims to help with early identification, response, and promotion of mental resilience.
Peer support activities will be overseen by school-based mental health professionals.
Student data privacy will be protected under existing regulations.
The program's effectiveness will be evaluated, and results reported to Congress.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_906
Sponsor: Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO]
Process start date: 2025-03-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Peer to Peer Mental Health Support Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_906.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Secondary school students can receive mental health support from peers through a new program.
  • The program aims to help with early identification, response, and promotion of mental resilience.
  • Peer support activities will be overseen by school-based mental health professionals.
  • Student data privacy will be protected under existing regulations.
  • The program's effectiveness will be evaluated, and results reported to Congress.
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. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO].

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 2025-12-23.

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