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- H.R.2611
H.R.2611: Increasing Behavioral Health Treatment Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 117th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced April 16, 2021
- Latest Major Action April 19, 2021
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
15 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - April 16, 2021
Bill Summary
Increasing Behavioral Health Treatment Act This bill repeals restrictions that generally prohibit federal payment under Medicaid for services provided in institutions for mental diseases (IMDs) for individuals under the age of 65. (Currently, states may receive payment for such services through certain mechanisms, such as through a Medicaid demonstration waiver.) The bill also requires state Medicaid programs that cover IMD services to improve...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| April 19, 2021 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| April 16, 2021 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| April 16, 2021 |
Introduced in the House by Grace F. Napolitano (D-Calif.) |