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Mental Health Improvement Act

INTRO MAY 7· LAST ACTION MAY 7

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WHAT THE BILL DOES

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Voters should care about this bill because it plays a role in addressing the ongoing shortage of mental health professionals in the United States. By extending the authorization for these education and training grants, the bill helps ensure that federal support can continue to flow to programs that prepare people for careers in mental health.

If this bill becomes law, it provides stability for institutions that train mental health workers, allowing them to plan for the future and continue their vital work without a lapse in potential federal funding eligibility. If it doesn't become law, the authorization for these grants would expire in 2027, potentially disrupting training programs and exacerbating the existing challenges in accessing mental and behavioral health care for many Americans.

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PROVISION 01

The bill extends the authorization for mental and behavioral health education and training grants.

This ensures that programs training mental health professionals can continue to receive federal support for an extended period.

PROVISION 02

The original authorization period of fiscal years 2023 through 2027 is changed to fiscal years 2026 through 2030.

This shift provides three additional years of eligibility for federal funding for these critical training programs.

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MAY 7

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1896)

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MAY 7

Introduced in House

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MAY 7

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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BILL INFO

TypeHouse Bill

NumberHR 3260

Congress119th

StatusIn Committee

IntroducedMay 7, 2025

Last actionMay 7, 2025

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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 7, 2025

House BillHR 3260Health

Mental Health Improvement Act

INTRODUCED MAY 7, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 7, 2025

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Introduced

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To President

Became Law

Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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The bill extends the authorization for mental and behavioral health education and training grants.

This ensures that programs training mental health professionals can continue to receive federal support for an extended period.

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The original authorization period of fiscal years 2023 through 2027 is changed to fiscal years 2026 through 2030.

This shift provides three additional years of eligibility for federal funding for these critical training programs.

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Fiscal Year 2026

The new authorization period for mental and behavioral health education and training grants begins.

Fiscal Year 2030

The new authorization period for mental and behavioral health education and training grants ends.

FUNDING & AUTHORIZATIONS

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AMOUNT	PROGRAM	TYPE	YEARS
	Mental and Behavioral Health Education and Training Grants	discretionary	fiscal years 2026 through 2030

GLOSSARY

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Public Health Service Act: A major law in the United States that governs many aspects of public health, including disease control, research, and health care services.
Reauthorize: To officially extend the period during which a law, program, or agency can operate and receive funding, without necessarily changing its details or funding levels.
Fiscal Year: A 12-month period that a government or business uses for budgeting and accounting. The U.S. federal government's fiscal year runs from October 1 to September 30.
Grants: Money given by the government or an organization to an individual or institution for a specific purpose, such as education, research, or a particular project.
Amends: To make changes or additions to a law or document.

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MAY 7, 25

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1896)

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MAY 7, 25

Introduced in House

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MAY 7, 25

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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