Bill Summaries: H940 SCHOOL-BASED MENTAL HEALTH SERVICE STUDY.

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  • Summary date: Apr 30 2024 - View Summary

    Requires the Department of Public Instruction to study of the impact of school-based mental health services on student outcomes. Requires a report to the specified NCGA committee by January 1, 2025, that includes as least: (1) the public school units studied; (2) the job title and qualifications, including education and experience, of the mental health service providers in the public school units studied; (3) any impact on daily attendance or participation during instructional hours observed once the school-based services were offered versus that observed before offering services; and (4) any other relevant information.

    Appropriates $75,000 for 2024-25 from the General Fund to the Department of Public Instruction to conduct the study and issue the report.

    Effective July 1, 2024.