H.R.7511 — Laken Riley Act
House Roll Call
H.R.7511
| Bill | H.R.7511 — Laken Riley Act |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Passage |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 251 / Nay 170 / Present 0 / Not Voting 11 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 214 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| D | 37 | 170 | 0 | 6 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Passage
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 7511 - Laken Riley Act
The Laken Riley Act, introduced in the 118th Congress, aims to enhance mental health support for children and adolescents, particularly those affected by trauma and mental health challenges. The bill seeks to establish a comprehensive framework for mental health services in schools, promoting early intervention and access to necessary resources.
Key Provisions:
- The Act mandates the creation of mental health programs within public schools, focusing on the integration of mental health professionals into educational settings.
- It establishes a grant program administered by the Department of Education to fund the hiring of school-based mental health providers, including counselors, psychologists, and social workers.
- The bill emphasizes training for educators and staff on recognizing and addressing mental health issues, fostering a supportive environment for students.
Funding and Authorities:
- The Laken Riley Act authorizes appropriations for the grant program, with funding levels to be determined based on annual appropriations. The bill encourages partnerships between schools and local mental health agencies to leverage existing resources and expertise.
Programs and Agencies Affected:
- The primary agency involved is the Department of Education, which will oversee the implementation of the grant program and the establishment of mental health initiatives in schools.
- Local educational agencies (LEAs) will be directly impacted as they apply for grants and develop mental health programs tailored to their student populations.
Beneficiaries:
- The primary beneficiaries of the Laken Riley Act are students in K-12 education who face mental health challenges. Additionally, educators and school staff will benefit from training and resources, ultimately creating a more supportive educational environment.
Key Timelines:
- The bill has been read a second time and is currently placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders, Calendar No. 341, indicating it is awaiting further consideration and potential voting in the Senate. The timeline for implementation will depend on the legislative process and subsequent appropriations.
Yea (251)
C
Colin Allred
K
Kelly Armstrong
D
Dan Bishop
K
Ken Buck
L
Larry Bucshon
M
Michael Burgess
K
Ken Calvert
Y
Yadira Caraveo
J
Jerry Carl
M
Matt Cartwright
L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer
A
Anthony D'Esposito
J
John Duarte
J
Jeff Duncan
A
A. Ferguson
S
Scott Franklin
M
Matt Gaetz
M
Mike Gallagher
R
Ruben Gallego
M
Mike Garcia
B
Bob Good
K
Kay Granger
G
Garret Graves
M
Mark Green
J
Jeff Jackson
D
Doug Lamborn
J
Jake LaTurner
D
Debbie Lesko
B
Blaine Luetkemeyer
L
Lisa McClain
P
Patrick McHenry
M
Marcus Molinaro
A
Alexander Mooney
M
Mary Peltola
G
Greg Pence
B
Bill Posey
M
Matthew Rosendale
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
M
Michelle Steel
M
Michael Waltz
B
Brad Wenstrup
S
Susan Wild
B
Brandon Williams
Nay (170)
E
Earl Blumenauer
J
Jamaal Bowman
C
Cori Bush
T
Tony Cárdenas
G
Gerald Connolly
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
A
Anna Eshoo
J
John Garamendi
S
Sheila Jackson Lee
D
Daniel Kildee
D
Derek Kilmer
A
Ann Kuster
B
Barbara Lee
K
Kathy Manning
L
Lucy McBath
G
Grace Napolitano
W
Wiley Nickel
B
Bill Pascrell
D
Donald Payne
D
Dean Phillips
C
C. Ruppersberger
J
John Sarbanes
A
Abigail Spanberger
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
D
David Trone
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
J
Jennifer Wexton
Not Voting (11)
R
Raúl Grijalva
K
Katie Porter
C
Cathy Rodgers
