Gun - control legislation drowned out calls for better mental health services . Senator might re - introduce mental health bill that was killed in battle over background checks . But those calls were drowned out by the more emotional and better-funded debate over gun control . Senate leader says there 's not enough votes to bring back background checks bill . Polls show public favors for mental health treatment to address gun violence .
Gun - control legislation drowned out calls for better mental health services . Senator might re - introduce mental health bill that was killed in battle over background checks . Senate leader says there 's not enough votes to bring back background checks bill . Polls show public favors for mental health treatment to address gun violence .