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HB 1238

School based health services and report.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Ed Clere and 1 co-sponsor

HB 1238 mandates Indiana schools establish health services programs and report on their implementation, access, and outcomes to improve student health and create policy accountability.

Authored by Representative Garcia Wilburn
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Bill Summary · HB 1238

Legislative bill overview

HB 1238 establishes requirements for school-based health services in Indiana and mandates reporting on their implementation and outcomes. The bill appears to create a framework for how schools provide health services and collect data on their effectiveness and utilization.

Why is this important

School-based health services can improve student access to preventive care, mental health support, and treatment for acute conditions, particularly for underserved populations. Mandatory reporting requirements create accountability and provide policymakers with data to evaluate program effectiveness and inform future education and health policy decisions.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and cost of services - Determining which health services schools must provide and who bears the financial burden (schools, districts, state, or health insurers) could create budget disputes
  • Privacy and parental consent - Questions around what health information is collected, stored, and shared; whether parental notification/consent is required for all services; and data security protections
  • Implementation standards - Ambiguity about whether all schools must offer identical services or if standards vary by district size/resources, potentially creating equity concerns

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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