RISE Act

Hozzl · 2024-01-26T08:15:22Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2401 RISE Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Education. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/26/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2401

The RISE Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 2401, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide support and resources for individuals who have experienced trauma or adverse childhood experiences. The RISE Act aims to address the impact of trauma on mental health and well-being by increasing access to trauma-informed care and services.

Specifically, the RISE Act seeks to establish a grant program to fund trauma-informed care initiatives, training programs for professionals working with individuals who have experienced trauma, and research on the effects of trauma on mental health. The bill also includes provisions for increasing awareness and education about trauma and its effects, as well as promoting collaboration between various agencies and organizations to better support individuals in need.

Overall, the RISE Act is designed to improve the quality of care and support available to individuals who have experienced trauma, with the goal of promoting healing and resilience. This legislation has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a positive step towards addressing the mental health needs of those who have experienced trauma.

Congressional Summary of HR 2401

Respond, Innovate, Succeed, and Empower Act or the RISE Act

This bill establishes requirements for institutions of higher education (IHEs) concerning students with disabilities.

Specifically, the bill requires IHEs to allow students to use certain documents, such as individualized education programs, to establish their disabilities.

In addition, IHEs must make the process for determining the eligibility for accommodations transparent.

Finally, IHEs must submit key data related to their undergraduate students with disabilities for inclusion in federal postsecondary institution data collection efforts.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2401

Bill HR 2401 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 30, 2023. Bill HR 2401 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 30, 2023. Bill HR 2401's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of March 30, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2401

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2401

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2401

RISE Act

Respond, Innovate, Succeed, and Empower Act

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select the right college and succeed once enrolled.