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Mental Health Services for Students Act of 2021

3/8/2023, 7:58 PM

Summary of Bill HR 721

Bill 117 HR 721, also known as the Mental Health Services for Students Act of 2021, aims to improve mental health services for students in schools across the United States. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on January 28, 2021, by Representative Grace Napolitano from California.

The main goal of the bill is to provide funding and resources to schools to support the mental health needs of students. This includes increasing access to mental health professionals, such as counselors and therapists, in schools. The bill also seeks to promote mental health awareness and education among students, teachers, and parents.

Additionally, the Mental Health Services for Students Act of 2021 aims to improve coordination between schools and mental health providers in the community. This will help ensure that students receive comprehensive and effective mental health care both in and out of school. Overall, the bill emphasizes the importance of addressing mental health issues among students and providing them with the support they need to succeed academically and emotionally. It is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Current Status of Bill HR 721

Bill HR 721 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 2, 2021. Bill HR 721 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 2, 2021.  Bill HR 721's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of May 13, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 721

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 721

Primary Policy Focus

Health

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