The Supporting Trauma-Informed Education Practices Act of 2026 aims to improve trauma support and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings. It authorizes grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements to increase access to evidence-based trauma support services and mental health services. Eligible entities can utilize funds for various programs, including collaborative efforts between schools and local agencies, trauma-informed models of support, professional development, family and community engagement, and evaluation of effectiveness. The Act also emphasizes cultural competence, interagency agreements, equitable distribution of awards, consultation with Native American communities, and protection of entities reporting crimes. It specifies eligible entities and provides an authorization of appropriations for fiscal years 2027 through 2031.
