Mental Health Parity Enforcement and Funding Act
To provide for civil monetary penalties for violations of mental health parity requirements.
HB9551 aims to establish civil monetary penalties for organizations that fail to comply with mental health parity requirements. These requirements ensure that mental health services are treated no less favorably than physical health services in terms of coverage and costs. If passed, this bill would help enforce these critical protections for those seeking mental health care.
The bill would affect insurance companies, employers, and health plans that provide mental health coverage. By imposing fines for violations, it seeks to ensure that mental health care is accessible and affordable, encouraging better compliance with mental health parity laws.
HB9551 was introduced on June 30, 2026, and referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. It is currently under review, and further steps will be taken to progress the bill through the legislative process. Key next steps will likely include committee hearings and potential votes before it can move forward in the House.
