Supporting Mental Health for Military Children Act
3/13/2024, 12:13 AMSummary of Bill S 2072
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.
Congressional Summary of S 2072
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.
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Current Status of Bill S 2072
Bill S 2072 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 21, 2023. Bill S 2072 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 21, 2023. Bill S 2072's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2188) as of June 21, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2072
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2072
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 2072
Supporting Mental Health for Military Children ActSupporting Mental Health for Military Children ActA bill to establish a pilot program to provide mental health check-ups for students at schools operated by the Department of Defense Education Activity, and for other purposes.Comments
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