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Targeting Emotional and Mental Stability Act of 2023

1/26/2024, 5:15 AM

Summary of Bill S 2966

Bill 118 s 2966, also known as the Targeting Emotional and Mental Stability Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address issues related to emotional and mental health stability in the United States.

The bill proposes several key measures to achieve this goal. Firstly, it calls for the establishment of a national task force on emotional and mental health stability. This task force would be responsible for conducting research, collecting data, and making recommendations to Congress on how to improve emotional and mental health outcomes for all Americans.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increasing access to mental health services and support. This includes expanding telehealth services for mental health care, increasing funding for mental health programs, and promoting mental health education and awareness. Furthermore, the bill aims to address the root causes of emotional and mental health issues by promoting social and emotional learning in schools, supporting trauma-informed care practices, and addressing disparities in mental health care access and outcomes. Overall, the Targeting Emotional and Mental Stability Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to improve emotional and mental health outcomes for all Americans through a combination of research, education, and increased access to mental health services.

Current Status of Bill S 2966

Bill S 2966 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 28, 2023. Bill S 2966 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 28, 2023.  Bill S 2966's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of September 28, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2966

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2966

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2966

Targeting Emotional and Mental Stability Act of 2023
Targeting Emotional and Mental Stability Act of 2023
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