Bill extends health worker mental health grants to 2030
In committeeH.R. 929Latest action
Sponsor: Debbie Dingell · Representative · MI
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Official title: Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Reauthorization Act
119th Congress
Topics: Health care
Introduced:
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Congress would extend a mental health support program for health care workers through 2030 and expand who can apply for grants.
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What does this do?
This bill continues a federal program that funds mental health and substance use support for health care workers. It extends funding through 2030, allows more types of organizations to apply for grants, and requires yearly progress reports instead of just one.
Who does it affect?
Health care workers such as doctors and nurses are the main people this program is designed to reach. Hospitals, clinics, and organizations focused on reducing paperwork burdens on health care workers could also apply for grants.
Why does it matter?
Without , the existing program and its funding would expire. Expanding eligible grant recipients means organizations working on administrative burdens, not just mental health education, could now receive federal support.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedFeb 4, 2025
- House committeeYou are here · Feb 4, 2025
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.