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HB4382: Agricultural Access to Addiction and Mental Health Care Act

: Joseph Neguse (D-US) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Aug 21, 2023
Agriculture and food
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  2. 2Passed One Chamber
  3. 3Passed Both Chambers
  4. 4Became Law

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Summary

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a study on the accessibility of addiction and mental health care providers and services for farmers and ranchers who have been impacted by severe and persistent drought, extreme weather events, instability in the commodities market, misinformation targeting consumers, and for other purposes.

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This bill asks the Secretary of Agriculture to study how well farmers and ranchers can access addiction and mental health care services. It focuses on farmers and ranchers affected by drought, extreme weather, unstable commodity prices, and consumer misinformation. The bill recognizes that these stressors may increase mental health and addiction issues among agricultural workers. The bill is currently introduced in Congress, meaning it has been formally submitted but not yet assigned to a for consideration.

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HB4382: Agricultural Access to Addiction and Mental Health Care Act

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