Mental Health in Schools Excellence Program Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-03-06T08:15:26Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3228 Mental Health in Schools Excellence Program Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Education. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/6/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 3228

Bill 118 HR 3228, also known as the Mental Health in Schools Excellence Program Act of 2023, aims to address the mental health needs of students in schools across the United States. The bill proposes the establishment of a grant program that would provide funding to schools to support mental health services for students.

Under the proposed legislation, schools would be able to use the grant funds to hire mental health professionals, such as counselors and therapists, to provide support to students in need. The bill also emphasizes the importance of training school staff to recognize and respond to mental health issues in students.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the development of mental health education programs for students, as well as initiatives to promote mental health awareness and destigmatize mental illness in schools. Overall, the Mental Health in Schools Excellence Program Act of 2023 seeks to improve access to mental health services for students, promote mental health education, and create a supportive environment for students struggling with mental health issues.

Congressional Summary of HR 3228

Mental Health in Schools Excellence Program Act of 2023

This bill establishes a program to expand the mental health services workforce in schools. Specifically, the bill requires the Department of Education to contract with graduate institutions to pay a share of the cost of attendance for graduate students pursuing careers in the school-based mental health profession (e.g., school counseling).

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Current Status of Bill HR 3228

Bill HR 3228 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 11, 2023. Bill HR 3228 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 11, 2023. Bill HR 3228's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of May 11, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3228

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Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3228

Mental Health in Schools Excellence Program Act of 2023

To establish the Mental Health in Schools Excellence Program to increase the recruitment and retention of school-based mental health services providers, and for other purposes.