An act relating to mental health literacy and peer-to-peer supports in schools

Summary

The bill would have required every Vermont school district to choose a curriculum that teaches students about mental health, substance misuse, and how to get help. It also set up a four‑year pilot that distributes grants to schools for peer‑to‑peer mental‑health support programs overseen by certified providers. The governor vetoed the measure on June 17, 2026.

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