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Higher Education Mental Health Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 3:58 PM
Summary of Bill HR 3451
Bill 118 HR 3451, also known as the Higher Education Mental Health Act of 2023, aims to address the mental health needs of college students across the United States. The bill recognizes the growing mental health crisis on college campuses and seeks to provide resources and support to students who may be struggling with mental health issues.
The key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a grant program to fund mental health services on college campuses, including counseling, therapy, and support groups. The bill also calls for the development of mental health awareness and education programs for students, faculty, and staff.
Additionally, the bill requires colleges and universities to create mental health task forces to assess the mental health needs of their student populations and develop strategies for addressing those needs. The bill also encourages colleges to collaborate with local mental health providers to ensure that students have access to a range of mental health services. Overall, the Higher Education Mental Health Act of 2023 aims to improve mental health support for college students and create a more supportive and inclusive campus environment. By providing funding, resources, and education, the bill seeks to address the mental health crisis facing college students and promote overall well-being and success in higher education.
The key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a grant program to fund mental health services on college campuses, including counseling, therapy, and support groups. The bill also calls for the development of mental health awareness and education programs for students, faculty, and staff.
Additionally, the bill requires colleges and universities to create mental health task forces to assess the mental health needs of their student populations and develop strategies for addressing those needs. The bill also encourages colleges to collaborate with local mental health providers to ensure that students have access to a range of mental health services. Overall, the Higher Education Mental Health Act of 2023 aims to improve mental health support for college students and create a more supportive and inclusive campus environment. By providing funding, resources, and education, the bill seeks to address the mental health crisis facing college students and promote overall well-being and success in higher education.
Congressional Summary of HR 3451
Higher Education Mental Health Act of 2023
This bill requires the Department of Education to establish an Advisory Commission on Serving and Supporting Students with Mental Health Disabilities in Institutions of Higher Education.
The commission must conduct a study and report on
- services available to students with mental health disabilities in institutions of higher education (IHEs) and the effectiveness of such services in supporting these students;
- the impact of policies and procedures, such as reasonable accommodation and disciplinary policies, that help or hinder the goal of providing equal opportunity to these students;
- the use of protected health information of these students by IHEs;
- the impact of providing mental health services on a student's academic performance, well-being, and ability to complete postsecondary education;
- conclusions on the major challenges facing these students; and
- recommendations to improve the overall education, retention, and graduation of these students.
Current Status of Bill HR 3451
Bill HR 3451 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 17, 2023. Bill HR 3451 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 17, 2023. Bill HR 3451's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of May 17, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3451
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
26Democrat Cosponsors
20Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3451
Primary Policy Focus
EducationComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3451
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