S.1878 - Achieving Thorough Transparency and Accessibility for Information Navigation on Mental Health Act of 2025; ATTAIN Mental Health Act (119th Congress)
Summary
S.1878, the ATTAIN Mental Health Act of 2025, aims to establish an interactive online dashboard to improve public access to information about federal grant funding related to mental health and substance use disorder programs. The bill mandates the Secretary of Health and Human Services to create and maintain this dashboard within two years of the Act's enactment. The dashboard will provide information on grant programs, application statuses, and relevant resources, with a focus on user-friendly design and accessibility.
Expected Effects
The ATTAIN Mental Health Act will likely increase transparency and awareness of federal grant opportunities in the mental health and substance use disorder fields. This could lead to more effective allocation of resources and increased participation from eligible entities. The Act also emphasizes collaboration among various federal agencies and stakeholders to ensure the dashboard meets the needs of potential users.
Potential Benefits
- Improved access to information on mental health and substance use disorder grant funding.
- Increased transparency in the grant application process.
- Enhanced collaboration among federal agencies and stakeholders.
- Better resource allocation for mental health and substance use disorder programs.
- Potential for increased participation from eligible entities, including schools, organizations, and tribal communities.
Potential Disadvantages
- The development and maintenance of the dashboard will require government funding and resources.
- There may be challenges in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of the information provided.
- The effectiveness of the dashboard will depend on its user-friendliness and accessibility.
- States may not voluntarily provide subgrant data, limiting the dashboard's comprehensiveness.
- The two-year implementation timeline could delay access to critical information.
Constitutional Alignment
The ATTAIN Mental Health Act appears to align with the general welfare clause of the US Constitution, which empowers Congress to "promote the general Welfare." By improving access to information about mental health and substance use disorder resources, the Act aims to support public health and well-being. The Act does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).