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More Behavioral Health Providers Act of 2026

This bill aims to increase the number of mental health and substance use professionals in underserved areas. It offers financial bonuses to providers who treat Medicare patients in regions facing staff shortages.
Key points
A 15% bonus payment for mental health and substance use disorder services provided in shortage areas.
Expansion of the incentive program to include social workers, psychologists, and marriage and family therapists.
Improved access to care for patients living in locations with a critical lack of available specialists.
The new incentive structure is set to take effect for services provided starting January 1, 2027.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7324
Sponsor: Rep. Budzinski, Nikki [D-IL-13]
Process start date: 2026-02-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

More Behavioral Health Providers Act of 2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7324.

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 2026-02-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A 15% bonus payment for mental health and substance use disorder services provided in shortage areas.
  • Expansion of the incentive program to include social workers, psychologists, and marriage and family therapists.
  • Improved access to care for patients living in locations with a critical lack of available specialists.
  • The new incentive structure is set to take effect for services provided starting 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. Budzinski, Nikki [D-IL-13].

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 2026-02-19.

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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