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This bill aims to provide mental health and substance use resources for certain school districts in Texas. It requires local mental health authorities to employ a non-physician mental health professional to serve as a resource for school districts in their region. These professionals will help school personnel gain awareness and understanding of mental health and substance use disorders, assist with implementing related initiatives, provide training on mental health first aid, prevention and intervention programs, and the effects of grief and trauma. The bill also requires collaboration between the local mental health authorities and regional education service centers, and mandates regular reporting on the outcomes of these services. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2019.

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