A Democratic bill with 10 Democratic cosponsors · See all 10 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
In committee
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The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Latino Youth Mental Health Empowerment Act seeks to amend the Public Health Service Act to establish a national awareness and outreach campaign targeting Hispanic and Latino youth. This campaign aims to promote mental health and reduce stigma through culturally and linguistically competent resources. The bill also mandates a study to assess the mental health crisis specifically among Hispanic and Latino youth, including suicide prevalence and service utilization. Additionally, it requires a study on strategies to increase the number of Hispanic and Latino mental health professionals. The legislation authorizes various appropriations to fund these initiatives and studies.
Yes· 3 of 19
- Scored +9
Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?
The bill specifically addresses the mental health crisis, stigma, and workforce shortages within the Hispanic and Latino community.
- Scored +8
Would children be better off under this?
The legislation directly benefits youth by expanding mental health awareness, screening, and support systems.
- Scored +8
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
Young adults within the Hispanic and Latino community benefit from targeted mental health and suicide prevention outreach.
The opposite
- Scored -1
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?
The bill authorizes federal appropriations of several million dollars for awareness campaigns and studies.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Targeted Mental Health Awareness: The bill establishes a national campaign to promote mental health and reduce stigma specifically for the Hispanic and Latino youth population (Section 3, subsection b, paragraph 1).
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Culturally Competent Resources: The campaign is designed to be culturally- and linguistically-competent, providing resources that meet the diverse needs of youth, parents, and school staff (Section 3, subsection b, paragraph 2, subparagraph A).
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Increased Support in Schools: The outreach includes hosting mental health workshops and providing on-site screenings and consultations at locations like elementary and secondary schools or community centers (Section 3, subsection b, paragraph 2, subparagraph B).
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Enhanced Skillsets for Caregivers: The program aims to provide youth mental health first aid training to parents, caregivers, and school personnel (Section 3, subsection b, paragraph 2, subparagraph B, clause iii).
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Addressing Workforce Shortages: By studying strategies to increase the number of Hispanic and Latino mental health professionals, the bill seeks to address existing gaps in the workforce (Section 5, subsection a, paragraph 1).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Privacy Risks: While the bill mandates that data be disaggregated by various factors such as race, ethnicity, and sexual orientation, it notes that this must be done in a manner that protects personal privacy (Section 4, subsection c; Section 5, subsection c).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The bill specifically addresses the mental health crisis, stigma, and workforce shortages within the Hispanic and Latino community. Would children be better off under this? — The legislation directly benefits youth by expanding mental health awareness, screening, and support systems. Would students be better off under this? — Students in elementary and secondary schools gain direct access to mental health screenings and on-site consultations. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Young adults within the Hispanic and Latino community benefit from targeted mental health and suicide prevention outreach. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Low-income households benefit from free on-site school and community-based mental health screenings and consultations. Would immigrants be better off under this? — The outreach campaigns take immigration status into account to reduce barriers to care. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Parents and caregivers receive training and education on youth mental health first aid. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Middle-class households with Hispanic and Latino youth can access broader mental health resources and educational materials. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Rural schools and communities are included in the national mental health awareness and outreach efforts. Would people in cities be better off under this? — Urban community centers will host workshops and services as part of the outreach campaign.
- Healthcare
- Does this make mental health care easier to get? — The legislation expands mental health awareness, screenings, and school-based consultations specifically for Hispanic and Latino youth. Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The bill establishes targeted culturally and linguistically competent outreach to improve healthcare access. Does this do more about addiction and overdose deaths? — The studies and assessments mandated by the bill include a focus on substance use disorders. Does this put more money into medical research? — The bill allocates funding for comprehensive studies on mental health crises and workforce shortages.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The legislation directly targets and seeks to improve mental health outcomes and reduce disparities for Hispanic and Latino youth.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into public schools? — The bill provides resources for school-based mental health workshops, first aid training, and screenings. Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill mandates comprehensive federal studies on youth mental health and workforce shortages.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill requires public reports and disaggregated data on mental health trends and workforce shortages. Does this give the federal government more power? — The legislation directs federal agencies to run a national outreach campaign and conduct studies.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — The bill authorizes federal appropriations of several million dollars for awareness campaigns and studies.
- 9/16/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/16/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/3/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 11/20/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 7 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Nanette BarragánDemocrat · California
André CarsonDemocrat · Indiana
Angie CraigDemocrat · Minnesota
Melanie StansburyDemocrat · New Mexico
Ritchie TorresDemocrat · New York
Shri ThanedarDemocrat · Michigan
Nydia VelázquezDemocrat · New York
Juan VargasDemocrat · California
Gabe VasquezDemocrat · New Mexico
Bonnie Watson ColemanDemocrat · New Jersey