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Clearer Rules for Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Coverage

This act aims to standardize the definitions of mental health conditions and substance use disorders in health insurance. This means insurers will need to rely on recognized medical standards, potentially making it easier for citizens to access treatment and ensuring more consistent coverage.
Key points
Insurers must use recognized medical standards (WHO, APA) to define mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
This could lead to broader and more consistent coverage for mental health and addiction treatment by insurance plans.
Changes will apply to plan years beginning 6 months after the act's enactment.
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Print number: 117_HR_8886
Sponsor: Rep. Moore, Gwen [D-WI-4]
Process start date: 2022-09-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Promoting Clarity in Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Treatment Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8886.

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 2022-09-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Insurers must use recognized medical standards (WHO, APA) to define mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
  • This could lead to broader and more consistent coverage for mental health and addiction treatment by insurance plans.
  • Changes will apply to plan years beginning 6 months after the act's enactment.
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. Moore, Gwen [D-WI-4].

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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