Bills · HR 4723
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4723Health
Mental Health for Latinos Act of 2025
INTRO JUL 23· LAST ACTION JUL 23
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it addresses a critical gap in mental health support for a significant and growing segment of the American population. Hispanic and Latino communities often face unique challenges, such as language barriers, cultural stigma around mental illness, and a shortage of culturally competent healthcare providers, which can prevent people from seeking necessary help. If this bill becomes law, it would create a dedicated federal effort to overcome these obstacles through tailored outreach and education.
Without this legislation, a cohesive national strategy to specifically address mental health within these communities might not exist, potentially leaving many individuals underserved. The bill aims to improve health equity by making mental health information and pathways to care more accessible and relevant, which could lead to better public health outcomes, reduced disparities, and stronger, healthier communities.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
The Secretary of Health and Human Services must create and implement a national strategy for behavioral and mental health outreach and education specifically for Hispanic and Latino populations.
This establishes a dedicated federal program to address mental health needs and stigma within a specific demographic group.
PROVISION 02
The outreach and education strategy must be tailored to meet the diverse cultural and language needs of Hispanic and Latino populations and be suitable for different age groups.
This ensures the program is effective and relevant by adapting its approach to the specific cultural and linguistic contexts of the communities it serves.
PROVISION 03
The strategy will aim to increase awareness of mental illness symptoms and provide information on culturally and linguistically appropriate treatments.
This provision helps individuals recognize mental health issues earlier and guides them towards suitable and effective care options.
PROVISION 04
The Secretary must submit annual reports to Congress, starting one year after the bill becomes law, detailing the strategy's impact on mental health outcomes.
This provision ensures accountability and transparency, allowing for monitoring of the program's effectiveness and progress.
PROVISION 05
The bill authorizes $1,000,000 to be set aside for the program for fiscal year 2026.
This provides the initial financial backing needed to develop and begin implementing the mental health outreach strategy.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUL 23
Introduced in House
JUL 23
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4723
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJul 23, 2025
Last actionJul 23, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 23, 2025
House BillHR 4723Health
Mental Health for Latinos Act of 2025
INTRODUCED JUL 23, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 23, 2025
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READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
9
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