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Expanding Community Mental Health Services and Support

This act expands and clarifies services provided by certified community behavioral health clinics, including housing support and psychosocial rehabilitation programs. It aims to improve access to comprehensive care, helping citizens with daily functioning and mental health management.
Key points
Expands the definition of psychiatric and psychosocial rehabilitation services to include support for daily functioning and skill development.
Includes "Clubhouses" and housing/residential programs in care coordination, offering broader support.
Strengthens patient-centered treatment planning, emphasizing autonomy in service choice and support for managing finances or medications.
Introduces new quality reporting requirements, including patient-reported measures like loneliness and quality of life.
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Print number: 118_HR_7301
Sponsor: Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15]
Process start date: 2024-02-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Expansion Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7301.

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 2024-02-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expands the definition of psychiatric and psychosocial rehabilitation services to include support for daily functioning and skill development.
  • Includes "Clubhouses" and housing/residential programs in care coordination, offering broader support.
  • Strengthens patient-centered treatment planning, emphasizing autonomy in service choice and support for managing finances or medications.
  • Introduces new quality reporting requirements, including patient-reported measures like loneliness and quality of life.
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. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15].

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 2026-01-13.

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