Bills · HR 3316
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 3316Health
Stop Mental Health Stigma in Our Communities Act of 2025
INTRO MAY 9· LAST ACTION MAY 9
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it addresses a critical and often overlooked public health issue: mental health disparities within diverse AANHPI communities. Despite being a rapidly growing population, AANHPI individuals have the lowest rates of mental health service utilization, and suicide is tragically the leading cause of death for AANHPI youth.
If this bill becomes law, it would lead to a more targeted and culturally sensitive approach to mental health outreach and research. This could help break down barriers like stigma and language differences that prevent people from seeking necessary care. If it doesn't pass, these communities may continue to face significant challenges in accessing mental health support, potentially worsening existing disparities and leading to continued struggles with mental health and substance use issues without adequate resources or understanding.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
The Secretary of Health and Human Services must create a national outreach and education plan to promote mental and behavioral health and reduce stigma in AANHPI communities.
This aims to directly address the shame associated with mental health issues, a major barrier to seeking help in these populations.
PROVISION 02
The national strategy must be designed to meet the diverse cultural and language needs of various AANHPI populations and be age-appropriate.
Ensuring cultural and linguistic relevance is crucial for the effectiveness of mental health campaigns in such diverse communities.
PROVISION 03
The bill requires a systematic review of behavioral health among AANHPI youth, including prevalence, risk factors, and treatment rates.
This research will provide critical data to understand the unique challenges faced by AANHPI youth, who experience alarmingly high suicide rates.
PROVISION 04
A report on the findings of the youth behavioral health review must be submitted to Congress and made publicly available within one year.
This ensures transparency and accountability, providing policymakers and the public with crucial information to guide future interventions.
PROVISION 05
The bill authorizes $3,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to fund the national outreach and education strategy.
This provides dedicated funding necessary to implement the proposed national strategy effectively over several years.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 27
D· California
YRS IN OFFICE
17
BILLS LED
42
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 27 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAY 9
Introduced in House
MAY 9
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 3316
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMay 9, 2025
Last actionMay 9, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 9, 2025
House BillHR 3316Health
Stop Mental Health Stigma in Our Communities Act of 2025
INTRODUCED MAY 9, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 9, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
9 min
COSPONSORS
27
COMPLEXITY
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