arrow_back Back to App

Better Mental Health Care: Funding for Modern IT Systems for Behavioral Providers.

This Act establishes a federal grant program to help mental health and substance abuse professionals and facilities acquire modern electronic health record systems. The goal is to improve care coordination and integrate behavioral health treatment with primary care, leading to faster and safer assistance for patients. Grants up to $2 million are available to ensure patient data can be easily exchanged between different providers.
Key points
Federal grants (up to $2 million) available for psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, social workers, and treatment centers to purchase and upgrade health IT systems.
Requirement that new IT systems must enable secure, electronic exchange of patient data between behavioral health specialists, primary care physicians, and hospitals.
Improved quality of care by promoting integrated services, including coordinated treatment planning for mental health, substance use, and co-occurring physical conditions.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_2688
Sponsor: Sen. Mullin, Markwayne [R-OK]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-09-2025
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Behavioral Health Information Technology Coordination Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2688.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal grants (up to $2 million) available for psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, social workers, and treatment centers to purchase and upgrade health IT systems.
  • Requirement that new IT systems must enable secure, electronic exchange of patient data between behavioral health specialists, primary care physicians, and hospitals.
  • Improved quality of care by promoting integrated services, including coordinated treatment planning for mental health, substance use, and co-occurring physical conditions.
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 Sen. Mullin, Markwayne [R-OK].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

CATEGORIES

Health Informatization