What is the current status of S 1056?

S 1056 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored S 1056?

S 1056 was sponsored by Mike Rounds (R), Sen.

Home-Based Mental Health Care Bill

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Introduced6 months ago

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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Why This Matters

This bill aims to improve mental health care access for people in rural areas and certain occupations by providing services directly in their homes through technology. It helps ensure that those who need support can receive it conveniently and effectively.

If you live in a rural area or work in agriculture, you could get easier access to mental health care from home.

Who this affects

Rural residents · Farm workers · Fishermen · Forestry workers

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill creates a grant program for mental health services delivered at home.
2It targets rural areas and people in farming, fishing, and forestry jobs.
3Eligible organizations can receive funds to improve access to mental health care.
4The program will also support technology and broadband access for remote services.
5Reports will be submitted to Congress on the program's effectiveness.

Read the detailed summary

This bill allows a national of the Czech Republic to qualify for E-1 nonimmigrant status if the Czech Republic provides similar nonimmigrant status to U.S. nationals. E-1 classification allows nationals of certain countries (i. e., those with a treaty of commerce and navigation with the United States, those under a qualifying international agreement, or those deemed to qualify through statute) to be admitted solely to engage in international trade, along with their families and employees.