Student 24/7 Teletherapy Pilot Project; establish for implementation in schools.

Summary

The bill would have the Mississippi Department of Education set up a pilot project that provides 24‑hour, year‑round teletherapy to students in grades 6‑12. Local school districts, charter schools and non‑public schools would receive grants to contract with large telehealth vendors that meet strict experience and capacity standards. The goal is to expand mental‑health support beyond school counselors and address the state’s youth mental‑health crisis.

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