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H.R.5234: Stop Mental Health Stigma in Our Communities Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 114th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced May 13, 2016
- Latest Major Action May 20, 2016
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Summary
Stop Mental Health Stigma in Our Communities Act This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to require the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to develop and implement an outreach and education strategy to promote behavioral and mental health and reduce stigma associated with mental health conditions and substance abuse among the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander populations.
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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May 20, 2016 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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May 13, 2016 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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May 13, 2016 |
Introduced in the House by Judy Chu (D-Calif.) |