Youth Mental Health Research Act

This bill establishes a new federal research initiative at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to coordinate youth mental health studies. Led by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), it requires collaboration with two other NIH institutes to focus on two key areas: building community resilience to support at-risk youth, and improving mental health interventions in settings where youth live, learn, and work. The bill authorizes $100 million annually from 2025 through 2030 specifically for this initiative. It directly affects NIH research programs and aims to advance practical, community-focused mental health solutions for young people.