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S.2691: Integrating Behavioral Health Through Technology Act of 2016
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 114th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced March 16, 2016
- Latest Major Action March 16, 2016
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Bill Summary
Integrating Behavioral Health Through Technology Act of 2016 This bill requires the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)to establish a pilot program in up to five states under which incentive payments may be provided to clinical psychologists, clinical social workers, and behavioral health facilities for the adoption and use of certified electronic health records technology. SAMHSA must give priority to states...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| March 16, 2016 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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| March 16, 2016 |
Introduced in the Senate by Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) |