Congress·In Committee·H.R. 7497

School Mental Health: New Support for Students Facing Trauma

Supporting Trauma-Informed Education Practices Act of 2026

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This bill would provide $50 million every year from 2027 to 2031 to help schools and tribal agencies improve mental health care. The money would be used to create programs that help students who have gone through difficult or scary experiences, often called trauma.
Schools could use the funds to hire mental health professionals or partner with local clinics. This ensures that when a student is struggling, the school has a clear plan to get them the right kind of help quickly instead of just focusing on discipline.
The plan includes special training for teachers and school staff. They would learn how to spot the signs of trauma in children—like extreme sadness or anger—and how to make their classrooms feel safe and stable so those students can keep learning.
To make sure the program works for everyone, the bill requires schools to work with families and community leaders. It also specifically includes funding for tribal schools and programs that help very young children in preschool or Head Start.

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Feb 11, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Feb 11, 2026

Introduced in House

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Congressional Bill

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Supporting Trauma-Informed Education Practices Act of 2026

Bill NumberHR 7497

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

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