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Strengthening Kids' Mental Health: Expanded Access and Funding.

This act aims to improve children's access to mental and behavioral health services under Medicaid. It increases funding for these services, supports specialist training, and expands infrastructure, ensuring children receive timely care.
Key points
Increased funding for pediatric mental and behavioral health services under Medicaid, ensuring providers receive at least 100% of the Medicare rate.
Guidance to states on expanding mental health services and utilizing telehealth, making care more accessible, especially in underserved areas.
Programs supporting the integration of mental health care in pediatric settings and training for staff, aiming to increase the number of available specialists.
Investments in constructing and modernizing children's mental health facilities, including increasing bed capacity and telehealth capabilities.
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Print number: 117_HR_7236
Sponsor: Rep. Eshoo, Anna G. [D-CA-18]
Process start date: 2022-03-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Strengthen Kids’ Mental Health Now Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7236.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased funding for pediatric mental and behavioral health services under Medicaid, ensuring providers receive at least 100% of the Medicare rate.
  • Guidance to states on expanding mental health services and utilizing telehealth, making care more accessible, especially in underserved areas.
  • Programs supporting the integration of mental health care in pediatric settings and training for staff, aiming to increase the number of available specialists.
  • Investments in constructing and modernizing children's mental health facilities, including increasing bed capacity and telehealth capabilities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Eshoo, Anna G. [D-CA-18].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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