Senate Bill 833 establishes a new program under the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) to provide grants to school counselors for continuing education and training in mental and behavioral health. The bill defines a school counselor as an individual who holds a school counselor license issued by DPI, which is necessary for their employment. The program is set to begin in the 2026-27 school year, and the DPI is tasked with developing and implementing the grant program.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the DPI to promulgate rules to effectively implement and administer the grant program. The financial aspects of the program are outlined in a schedule that specifies the appropriated amounts for the grants to school counselors. This initiative aims to enhance the professional development of school counselors, thereby improving mental and behavioral health support within schools.