HR 7324 · 119th Congress · Health

More Behavioral Health Providers Act of 2026

Introduced 2026-02-03· Sponsored by Rep. Budzinski, Nikki [D-IL-13]· House

Bill Progress

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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.(2026-02-03)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] More Behavioral Health Providers Act of 2026 This bill provides for additional Medicare payments to health care practitioners who provide services in mental health professional shortage areas for individuals with mental health or substance use disorders. The bill applies to physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, clinical social workers, clinical psychologists, marriage and family therapists, and mental health counselors.…

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Cosponsors (2)

1 Democrat1 Republican