Please take two minutes today to urge your U.S. Senators and Representatives to work together to pass bipartisan appropriations bills that protect critical investments in psychology education, research, and behavioral health services by January 30, 2026. 

These programs are essential to meeting the growing mental health needs of individuals and families nationwide. Failure to provide adequate funding would fall hardest on vulnerable communities, including people with disabilities, veterans and rural communities.

Additionally, it is crucial that Congress hears constituents on the need to assert its oversight responsibilities. The funding allocated by Congress must be appropriately disbursed to programs and departments as outlined in funding bills. For example, recent actions by the administration to withhold funds and dismantle the Department of Education without congressional approval set a dangerous precedent that could extend beyond the Department of Education and threaten the stability of other departments. As funding negotiations advance, Congress must exercise its constitutional authority to prevent such unilateral decisions Protecting this authority is essential to preserving accountability and ensuring that funding decisions reflects the will of the people – not unchecked executive choices.

Your action matters to prevent disruptions to programs that train the behavioral health workforce, advance scientific research, and provide equitable access to care and education. Congress faces a deadline of January 30 to finalize funding. Urge your Senators and Representative today to work across party lines and pass bipartisan appropriations bills that fully fund programs key to psychology.

Every message counts - act now to protect these critical programs. 

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