US SB3783

Establishes the Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program to fund partnerships between educational agencies, community colleges, and mental health providers to promote behavioral health careers to students in grades 9-12 and community colleges

Eligible program activities include educational presentations, internships/externships, job shadowing with mental health professionals, mentorships, and partnerships with higher education institutions

Grants are awarded for 5-year periods with renewal options, and the Secretary must ensure geographic diversity in grant distribution while providing technical assistance to high-need districts

Covered careers include psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, counselors, peer support specialists, addiction specialists, community health workers, and other mental/behavioral health professionals

Authorizes $50 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030