S. 1924: Improving Mental Health Access for Students Act

This bill, titled the Improving Mental Health Access for Students Act, aims to enhance mental health support for students by mandating that schools provide important suicide prevention resources on student identification cards. Here are the key provisions of the bill:

Inclusion of Contact Information

The bill amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require schools that issue student identification cards to include the following contact information on these cards:

• 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: A national helpline that provides support to individuals in crisis.
• Crisis Text Line: A text-based support service for people in emotional distress.
• Campus Mental Health Center: The contact information for the mental health center or program at the school, as determined by the institution.

Alternative Publication Requirements

If a school does not issue student identification cards, it is required to publish the same suicide prevention contact information on its website. This ensures that the information is accessible to all students, regardless of whether they receive an ID card.

Adaptability of Contact Information

If any of the listed organizations, like the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or the Crisis Text Line, no longer exist, the Secretary may designate a different entity that serves a similar purpose. This provision allows for the information to remain current and relevant.

Effective Date

The requirements set forth in this bill will take effect one year after the date it is enacted. This allows time for schools to adjust their policies and ensure the information is incorporated appropriately.

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