House Bill 2826
116th Congress(2019-2020)
Stop Mental Health Stigma in Our Communities Act
Introduced
Introduced in House on May 17, 2019
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
2826
Congress
116
Policy Area
Health
Health
Primary focus of measure is science or practice of the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease; health services administration and funding, including such programs as Medicare and Medicaid; health personnel and medical education; drug use and safety; health care coverage and insurance; health facilities. Measures concerning controlled substances and drug trafficking may fall under Crime and Law Enforcement policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Stop Mental Health Stigma in Our Communities Act
This bill requires the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to develop and implement an outreach and education strategy regarding behavioral health issues among the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander populations. The strategy must be designed to promote behavioral and mental health and reduce stigma associated with mental health conditions and substance abuse among such populations.
May 17, 2019
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05/20/2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
05/17/2019
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
05/17/2019
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Nov 1, 2022 5:32:23 AM