Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Act

Senate Bill 3628 - Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2022-12-29T21:18:18Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 3628 Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/29/2022, 9:18 PM

Congressional Summary of S 3628

Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Act

This bill authorizes competitive grants to enhance services for school-aged youth with mental and behavioral health issues that can lead to poor academic performance, depression, and other negative outcomes.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) may award the grants to state or local educational agencies or Indian tribes. SAMHSA must ensure geographic representation, including with respect to rural areas, in the distribution of grant funds.

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Current Status of Bill S 3628

Bill S 3628 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 10, 2022. Bill S 3628 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on February 10, 2022. Bill S 3628's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of February 10, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3628

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3628

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Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3628

Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Act

A bill to authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to promote comprehensive mental health and suicide prevention efforts in schools, and for other purposes.