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This bill appropriates $1,450,000 from the state general fund to the New Mexico Public Education Department for a youth behavioral health prevention project in fiscal year 2026. The funding will support a digital platform designed to provide mental health resources and support for public school students. Specifically, the platform must offer three key components: online behavioral health educational materials, pre-moderated peer-to-peer support services, and the ability to schedule private online sessions with state-licensed behavioral health professionals. The bill requires that the platform provider have proven experience delivering similar services to public school students in other states. Any unspent funds at the end of fiscal year 2026 will be returned to the general fund. The goal of this project appears to be increasing access to mental health resources and support for students in a digital, user-friendly format.

Education

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=238&year=25