Supporting Mental Health for Military Children Act

Supporting Mental Health for Military Children Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to establish and implement a four-year pilot program to provide routine mental health checkups for students in 10 selected elementary or secondary schools that are operated by the Department of Defense Education Activity (DODEA). Such schools must be DODEA schools within or outside the United States that DOD determines have adequate mental health infrastructure in place to provide mental health checkups under the program.

Bill 118 s 2072, also known as the Supporting Mental Health for Military Children Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the mental health needs of children in military families.

The bill recognizes that children in military families face unique challenges, such as frequent moves, deployments of parents, and the stress of having a loved one in harm's way. These challenges can have a significant impact on the mental health and well-being of military children.

The Supporting Mental Health for Military Children Act aims to improve access to mental health services for military children by expanding and enhancing existing programs. This includes increasing funding for mental health services specifically targeted towards military children, as well as providing training for healthcare providers who work with this population. Additionally, the bill seeks to increase awareness and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health issues in military families. This includes promoting education and outreach programs to help military families recognize the signs of mental health issues and seek help when needed. Overall, the Supporting Mental Health for Military Children Act is a bipartisan effort to support the mental health and well-being of children in military families. By addressing the unique challenges faced by these children and improving access to mental health services, this bill aims to ensure that military children receive the support they need to thrive.