Bill > SB0496

This bill requires the Indiana Department of Education to create a program that provides technical assistance to public schools and charter schools seeking to establish school-based health centers (SBHCs) in collaboration with local health systems. The program, which will be developed in partnership with the Indiana Department of Health, is designed to help schools interested in creating on-site healthcare facilities that can provide medical services directly to students. School-based health centers are clinics located within schools that offer comprehensive healthcare services, which can improve student access to medical care, particularly for students in underserved communities. The bill specifies that this program will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving schools and health systems time to prepare for potential implementation. By offering technical guidance, the state aims to support schools in developing these healthcare resources that can potentially enhance student health and academic performance.

Education

https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/senate/496/details