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- H.R.6926
H.R.6926: MIND Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 116th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced May 19, 2020
- Latest Major Action May 19, 2020
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
14 (12 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - May 19, 2020
Bill Summary
Meeting IMD Needs with Direction Act or the MIND Act This bill temporarily allows states to receive federal Medicaid payment for services provided in institutions for mental diseases (IMDs) during the public health emergency relating to COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) and for 180 days after the emergency ends. Current law generally prohibits federal payment under Medicaid for services provided in IMDs for individuals under the age of...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 19, 2020 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| May 19, 2020 |
Introduced in the House by Brendan Boyle (D-Pa.) |