S-1841 : Still Just a Bill

Mental Health Services for Students Act of 2021

This bill provides specific statutory authority for the Project AWARE (Advancing Wellness and Resiliency in Education) State Educational Agency Grant Program that is administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. The program supports school-based mental health services, including screening, treatment, and outreach programs.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2021-05-26IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.Senate
2021-05-26IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Health
See Subjects
  • Academic performance and assessments
  • Assault and harassment offenses
  • Child health
  • Education programs funding
  • Elementary and secondary education
  • Health programs administration and funding
  • Health promotion and preventive care
  • Mental health
  • Teaching, teachers, curricula
  • Violent crime

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