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Congresswoman Escobar Joins Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Mental Health Services at Schools - Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (.gov)
Mental Health Equity (Google News) · April 24, 2026
In plain language
Texas Congresswoman Veronica Escobar recently joined a bipartisan effort to support the Expanding Access to Mental Health Services in Schools Act. This bill focuses on increasing the number of mental health professionals available to help students in local school settings. It aims to restore funding for campus resources and ensure that cost or distance do not prevent children from getting the support they need. The legislation would also provide incentives to help schools hire and keep qualified counselors and therapists.
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Key takeaways
- New bipartisan legislation aims to increase the number of mental health providers in schools.
- The bill creates incentives like salary stipends and professional development to recruit and keep school counselors.
- Federal funding would be used to help schools implement evidence-based practices for a better student environment.
- The act is designed to supplement existing state and local funding for student mental health services.
Congresswoman Escobar Joins Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Mental Health Services at Schools Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (.gov)
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