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Public Health Service Act

The main federal law that authorizes many of the public health programs and agencies in the U.S., including those related to mental health and substance use.

Grants

Money provided by the government to organizations (like non-profits, schools, or state agencies) for specific projects or services, with rules about how the money can be used.

Conversion Therapy

Any compensated practice or treatment that tries to change someone's sexual orientation or gender identity, often through counseling or behavioral methods. This bill explicitly defines it and specifies what it does not include.

Trauma-informed care

An approach to providing services that recognizes the widespread impact of trauma and understands potential paths for recovery, integrating this knowledge into policies, procedures, and practices.

Cultural competency training

Education designed to help people understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people from different cultures or backgrounds, ensuring respectful and effective service delivery.

Patient navigator programs

Programs that help patients and their families understand and access healthcare services, coordinate appointments, and overcome barriers to care.