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Introduced
05/06/2020
05/06/2020
In Committee
05/06/2020
05/06/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
Requires an initial mental health screening within 30 days after a child enters foster care. In the case of a child for whom a mental health issue is identified in such initial screening, a comprehensive assessment of the child's mental health must be completed within 60 days after the child's entry into foster care.The Department of Health and Human Services must provide technical assistance for states to implement this requirement and collect data and report on the number of screenings completed.
AI Summary
This bill, the Timely Mental Health for Foster Youth Act, requires an initial mental health screening within 30 days of a child entering foster care, and a comprehensive mental health assessment within 60 days if the initial screening identifies a mental health issue. The Department of Health and Human Services must provide technical assistance to states to implement this requirement and collect data on the number of screenings and assessments completed, as well as the number of children referred for and receiving mental health services. The amendments made by this bill will take effect on October 1, 2020, unless a state requires additional legislation to comply, in which case the deadline is extended to the first day of the calendar quarter after the close of the state's next legislative session.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (on 05/06/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/3625/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s3625/BILLS-116s3625is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s3625/BILLS-116s3625is.pdf.pdf |
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