Legislators
Bills
Statements
Lobbying
Travel
Searching...- Bills
- S.1795
S.1795: Pursuing Equity in Mental Health Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 117th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced May 24, 2021
- Latest Major Action May 24, 2021
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
14 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - May 24, 2021
Bill Summary
Pursuing Equity in Mental Health Act This bill establishes and expands programs to address racial and ethnic disparities in mental health. Specifically, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) must award grants to establish interprofessional behavioral health care teams in areas with a high proportion of racial and ethnic minority groups. In addition, HHS may award grants to incorporate best practices and competencies to address...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 24, 2021 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
|
| May 24, 2021 |
Introduced in the Senate by Robert Menendez (D-N.J.) |