We have received text from S. 2446: Mental Health for Latinos Act of 2025. This bill was received on 2025-07-24, and currently has 3 cosponsors.
Here is a short summary of the bill:
This bill, known as the Mental Health for Latinos Act of 2025, aims to improve mental health and decrease stigma associated with mental health issues among Hispanic and Latino populations in the United States. It proposes an outreach and education strategy that focuses on behavioral and mental health, designed with the involvement of advocacy and health organizations that serve these communities. The bill includes several key components:
Outreach and Education Strategy
The Secretary of Health and Human Services, through the Assistant Secretary, is tasked with creating and implementing a strategy that:
- Addresses Cultural Needs: The strategy must cater to the diverse cultural and language requirements of various Hispanic and Latino populations.
- Is Developmentally Appropriate: The materials and education provided must be suitable for different age groups.
- Increases Awareness: It aims to raise awareness about the symptoms of mental illnesses that are prevalent in these populations and considers differences among subgroups based on gender, identity, age, and ethnicity.
- Provides Information on Treatments: The strategy will disseminate information on evidence-based treatments that are culturally and linguistically appropriate for these populations.
- Engages Communities: It will ensure the participation of community members in the creation and implementation of educational materials.
- Uses a Public Health Approach: The initiative will take a comprehensive view of health, highlighting the connection between behavioral and physical health.
Reporting Requirements
The Secretary will be required to submit annual reports to Congress starting one year after the bill's enactment. These reports will assess the effectiveness of the outreach and education strategy in improving mental health outcomes among Hispanic and Latino communities.
Funding
The bill authorizes an appropriation of $1,000,000 for the fiscal year 2026 to carry out the initiatives outlined in the legislation.
Key Goals
The main objectives of the Mental Health for Latinos Act of 2025 are to:
- Enhance understanding of mental health issues in Hispanic and Latino communities.
- Reduce stigma surrounding mental health conditions and substance abuse.
- Promote accessible, culturally competent mental health resources and treatments.
- Encourage community involvement in mental health initiatives.
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