S 2050 · in committee · major

ASSIST Act

What this bill does

The bill increases federal funding for mental health and substance abuse services provided in schools.
School counselors, social workers, psychologists, and educational institutions are affected.
Federal government covers 90% of Medicaid costs for school-based services and grants expand provider hiring.

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Community Threads

Started by Cosponsor

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How would increasing federal Medicaid coverage to 90% for school-based mental health services affect states' budget priorities and their ability to fund other programs?
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What evidence exists that expanding school counselors and mental health providers leads to measurable improvements in student outcomes or reduced emergency service usage?
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Which student populations would benefit most from these school-based services, and how might access differ between well-funded and under-resourced school districts?

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