House Bill 4420
116th Congress(2019-2020)
Timely Mental Health for Foster Youth Act
Introduced
Introduced in House on Sep 19, 2019
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
4420
Congress
116
Policy Area
Social Welfare
Social Welfare
Primary focus of measure is public assistance and Social Security programs; social services matters, including community service, volunteer, and charitable activities. Measures concerning such health programs as Medicare and Medicaid may fall under Health policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Timely Mental Health for Foster Youth Act
This bill requires an initial mental health screening within 30 days after a child enters foster care. In the case of a child for whom a mental health issue is identified in such initial screening, a comprehensive assessment of the child's mental health must be completed within 60 days after the child's entry into foster care.
The Department of Health and Human Services must provide technical assistance for states to implement this requirement.
September 19, 2019
09/19/2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Worker and Family Support.
09/19/2019
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
09/19/2019
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Nov 1, 2022 1:49:56 PM