SOS Act

4/7/2024, 7:45 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Budget.
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.
Congress
118

Number
S - 3972

Introduced on
2024-03-19

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/19/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Budget.
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.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA 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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Latest Action3/19/2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Budget.