Youth Mental Health Research Act

Hozzl · 2025-04-21T12:24:17Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1266 Youth Mental Health Research Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/21/2025, 12:24 PM

Summary of Bill S 1266

Bill 119 s 1266, also known as the Youth Mental Health Research Initiative Act, is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to create a new program within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) focused on improving mental health outcomes for young people. The bill seeks to promote collaborative research efforts aimed at addressing the mental health needs of youth in the United States.

If passed, this bill would establish the Youth Mental Health Research Initiative within the NIH, which would be responsible for coordinating and funding research projects related to youth mental health. The goal of this initiative is to support innovative research that can lead to improved treatments, interventions, and prevention strategies for mental health issues affecting young people.

The bill emphasizes the importance of collaboration among researchers, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders in the field of mental health. By bringing together experts from various disciplines, the Youth Mental Health Research Initiative aims to foster a comprehensive and holistic approach to addressing the mental health needs of youth. Overall, Bill 119 s 1266 represents a significant step towards prioritizing youth mental health research and promoting evidence-based strategies for improving mental health outcomes among young people in the United States. If enacted, this legislation has the potential to make a meaningful impact on the lives of countless youth struggling with mental health issues.

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Current Status of Bill S 1266

Bill S 1266 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 2, 2025. Bill S 1266 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on April 2, 2025. Bill S 1266's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of April 2, 2025

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1266

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.

Comments

Deandre Owen

544

9 months ago

I think this bill is great for helping young people with mental health issues. It's important to research and find ways to support them. Who else is excited about this?

Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1266

Amy Klobuchar

MinnesotaDemocrat

Katie Boyd Britt

AlabamaRepublican

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