To amend Public Health Service Act to require community health centers to provide behavioral and mental health and substance use disorder services, and for other purposes.
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Latest Action · April 6, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
This bill amends federal law to require community health centers to provide behavioral health, mental health, and substance use disorder services as a mandatory part of their primary care offerings. Currently, these services are optional at many health centers, but the legislation would make them a standard requirement for all federally qualified community health centers. The bill allocates $700 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 to help community health centers implement and expand these services. This funding would support hiring mental health professionals, establishing treatment programs, and integrating behavioral health care into existing primary care clinics. The legislation aims to improve access to mental health and addiction treatment services, particularly for low-income and underserved populations that rely on community health centers for their medical care.
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