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SOS Act

4/7/2024, 7:45 AM

Summary of Bill S 3972

Bill 118 s 3972, also known as the SOS Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to provide support and resources to individuals who are experiencing mental health crises or emotional distress.

The SOS Act aims to establish a national hotline for individuals in need of immediate mental health assistance. This hotline would be available 24/7 and staffed by trained professionals who can provide support, guidance, and referrals to appropriate mental health services.

Additionally, the bill seeks to increase funding for mental health services and programs at the state and local levels. This includes funding for crisis intervention teams, mental health education and awareness campaigns, and mental health treatment facilities. The SOS Act also includes provisions for improving mental health services for veterans, including expanding access to mental health care and support services for those who have served in the military. Overall, the SOS Act is aimed at addressing the growing mental health crisis in the United States and providing much-needed support and resources to individuals in need.

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Current Status of Bill S 3972

Bill S 3972 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 19, 2024. Bill S 3972 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 19, 2024.  Bill S 3972's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Budget. as of March 19, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3972

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3972

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3972

SOS Act
SOS Act
Save Our Seniors Act
A bill to amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Congressional Budget Office to provide to Congress information on payments from the Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund and the Disability Insurance Trust Fund, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3972

Bill Cassidy
Bill Cassidy
LouisianaRepublican
Joe Manchin III
Joe Manchin III
West VirginiaDemocrat
Mike Braun
Mike Braun
IndianaRepublican

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