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Congresswoman aims to flip Illinois' 2027 student mental-health screening law

Universal mental health screenings for Illinois students are scheduled to begin in 2027, but federal legislation from an Illinois congresswoman could change that plan.

Published Jul 25, 2026, 9:59 AM EDT | WFMZZ

Universal mental health screenings for Illinois students are set to take effect in 2027. An Illinois congresswoman has introduced federal legislation that could alter or block the state law’s implementation. The outcome of the bill will influence whether the screenings proceed as scheduled.