S.783

School Mental Health Support Act

Introduced·4/21/26

Establishes a School-Based Mental Health Grant Program and a Loan Repayment Program for school mental health workers in North Carolina.

The bill establishes the School-Based Mental Health Grant Program, which provides grants to public school units to increase student access to mental health support personnel. The Department of Public Instruction will award funds based on the need of the public school unit, prioritizing those with a greater proportion of students who have limited or no access to mental health services.

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Where it stands

Current
Appropriations/Base Budget Committee
Next
Committee decision

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History

Apr 23

Senate

Withdrawn From Com

Apr 23

Senate

Re-ref Com On Appropriations/Base Budget

Apr 22

Senate

Passed 1st Reading