June 20, 2024
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By: Sen. Heidi Heitkamp
Our nation is battling a severe mental health crisis — only exacerbated and exposed by the pandemic — and it is past time our government takes action to address and remedy the issue. Thankfully, this administration has invested hundreds of millions of dollars into improving care. Yet many communities, particularly in rural states like North Dakota, often still lack access to mental health care.