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Youth Mental Health Research Act

12/7/2023, 5:06 PM

Summary of Bill S 3060

Bill 118 s 3060, also known as the Youth Mental Health Research Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing the mental health needs of young people in the country. The bill focuses on funding and promoting research into mental health issues affecting children and adolescents.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to support research on youth mental health. This program would provide funding to researchers and organizations working to better understand and address mental health challenges faced by young people. The bill also calls for the creation of a national database to collect and analyze data on youth mental health, with the goal of identifying trends and patterns that can inform future research and policy decisions.

In addition to funding research, the Youth Mental Health Research Act also aims to improve access to mental health services for young people. The bill includes provisions to increase training for mental health professionals who work with children and adolescents, as well as measures to expand mental health services in schools and communities. Overall, the Youth Mental Health Research Act seeks to prioritize the mental health needs of young people and ensure that they have access to the support and resources they need to thrive. By investing in research and expanding mental health services, the bill aims to improve outcomes for young people struggling with mental health issues and promote overall well-being among the youth population in the United States.

Current Status of Bill S 3060

Bill S 3060 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 17, 2023. Bill S 3060 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on October 17, 2023.  Bill S 3060's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of October 17, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3060

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3060

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3060

Youth Mental Health Research Act
Youth Mental Health Research Act
A bill to establish a Youth Mental Health Research Initiative in the National Institutes of Health for purposes of encouraging collaborative research to improve youth mental health.

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