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Improved Access to Rural Mental Healthcare Services

This act aims to make it easier for rural residents to access mental health services under the Medicare program. The changes will allow rural health clinics to offer a broader range of psychological and psychiatric services, improving the quality of life for those needing support in these regions.
Key points
Removes limitations on behavioral health services at rural health clinics under Medicare.
Increases availability of psychiatric and psychological care for rural residents.
Changes will take effect on January 1, 2027.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5217
Sponsor: Rep. Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2]
Process start date: 2025-09-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Rural Behavioral Health Improvement Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5217.

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 2025-09-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Removes limitations on behavioral health services at rural health clinics under Medicare.
  • Increases availability of psychiatric and psychological care for rural residents.
  • Changes will take effect on January 1, 2027.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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