H0817

An act relating to mental health literacy and peer-to-peer supports in schools

Vetoed·5/29/26

Vermont H0817 mandates mental health literacy in schools and establishes a peer-to-peer support program.

Vermont H0817 requires supervisory unions and school districts to select a curriculum to increase awareness about mental health and substance misuse challenges among youth. The bill also establishes a four-year pilot program for grants to fund peer-to-peer mental health support programs in schools. These programs will enable students to provide and receive peer support and coaching from other students in relation to mental health challenges.

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Sponsors

DDD
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 22

2:40 PM

House Committee on Health Care Hearing

May 15

1:30 PM

Senate Committee on Appropriations Hearing

History

May 29

House

Delivered to the Governor on June 11, 2026

May 29

House

Vetoed by the Governor on June 17, 2026

May 28

Senate

House message: House concurred in Senate proposal of amendment