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Search Results: keywords:"children and adolescents"

S. RES. 769 — Recognizing the importance of mental health for youth in the United States, and expressing the pressing need for awareness and support for mental health care for children and adolescents.
July 24, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:528
The resolution, S. RES. 769, acknowledges the growing mental health challenges faced by young people in the United States, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. It calls for increased awareness and support for mental health care among children and adolescents. The resolution encourages...
Simple Explanation
The bill is like a big reminder for everyone in the country to help kids feel better when they're feeling sad or worried, especially because of the tough times during COVID-19. It says that schools, the government, and local groups should work together to make sure kids get the help they need to feel happy and healthy.
H. R. 7808 — To amend title XIX of the Public Health Service Act to provide for prevention and early intervention services under the Block Grants for Community Mental Health Services program, and for other purposes.
March 22, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:628
The EARLY Minds Act (H. R. 7808) aims to amend the Public Health Service Act to support prevention and early intervention services for mental health under the Block Grants for Community Mental Health Services program. It allows states to use up to 5% of their allocated funds...
Simple Explanation
The EARLY Minds Act wants to help kids and teens feel happier by giving money to people who create smart plans to stop them from worrying too much or feeling sad. States can use some of this money, but they have to show how it's helping and tell the grown-ups in charge every two years.

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