ACCESS in Mental Health Act
Latest action. Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (continuing resolutionA stopgap law funding the government at existing levels when the annual appropriations bills are not done by October 1.Read the full definition (opens a new tab) H2869)
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to support graduate programs in mental and behavioral health professions at minority-serving institutions, and for other purposes.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2869)
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The record's latest action, on May 6, 2024: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2869)
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In the 118th Congress (2023-24), 274 of the 16,565 bills and joint resolutions introduced became law, about 1.7 percent. That count covers every measure at every stage, including the many that never left committee.
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Who is behind it?
Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) introduced it on April 10, 2024, and 22 members have since signed on as cosponsors.
They are 22 Democrats.
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How long has it been in play?
It was introduced on April 10, 2024, 883 days ago. The most recent recorded action was 857 days ago, on May 6, 2024.
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Vote history
- HouseSponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2869)
- SenateNot stated in the latest action
- PresidentNot stated in the latest action