To amend Public Health Service Act to require community health...
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.
HB8201 proposes to change the Public Health Service Act by making it mandatory for community health centers to offer behavioral and mental health services, as well as treatment for substance use disorders. This means that community health centers, which are often the primary source of healthcare for many people, would have to provide more comprehensive care to address mental health and substance use issues.
This bill would mainly affect people who rely on community health centers for their medical needs. By ensuring these centers provide mental health and substance use disorder services, more individuals could get the care they need in their own communities, potentially improving overall health outcomes and reducing stigma around seeking help for these issues.
As of June 25, 2026, HB8201 has been introduced in the House and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill has also been considered and marked up by a subcommittee, then forwarded to the full committee by a voice vote. The bill was introduced on April 6, 2026, and has been referred to both the full committee and a subcommittee for further review.
