HF2504 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Student mental health services on Minnesota State Colleges and Universities campuses funding provided, and money appropriated.
Related bill: SF2343
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The purpose of this bill is to allocate funding for mental health services aimed at supporting students on campuses of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities.
Main Provisions
- Funding Allocation: The bill proposes to appropriate $250,000 for fiscal year 2026 and an additional $250,000 for fiscal year 2027.
- Service Providers: These funds will be used by the Board of Trustees of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities to contract with independent mental health organizations.
- On-Campus Services: The contracts will specifically provide for on-campus mental health services at up to five state colleges.
Significant Changes
- This bill introduces new financial support dedicated to mental health services for students, addressing a growing need for mental health resources on college campuses.
- It expands the availability of mental health support specifically at Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, ensuring services are directly accessible on campus.
Relevant Terms
mental health services, funding allocation, on-campus support, Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, student wellness, fiscal appropriation, independent mental health organizations, higher education support
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 16, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Higher Education Finance and Policy |
| March 23, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added |
Citations
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