H.R. 7324
119th Congress
More Behavioral Health Providers Act of 2026
2
Cosponsors
4
Actions
0
Amendments
2
Committees
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Since introduced
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
3 February 2026·5 months ago
Summary
Introduced in House · Updated 30 March 2026
More Behavioral Health Providers Act of 2026
This bill provides for additional Medicare payments to health care practitioners who provide services in mental health professional shortage areas for individuals with mental health or substance use disorders. The bill applies to physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, clinical social workers, clinical psychologists, marriage and family therapists, and mental health counselors.
Timeline
4 actions
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
3 February 2026 · IntroReferral
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
3 February 2026 · IntroReferral
Introduced in House
3 February 2026 · IntroReferral
Introduced in House
3 February 2026 · IntroReferral
Sponsorship
2 cosponsors
Sponsor
Democrat:Rep. Budzinski, Nikki [D-IL-13]ILCosponsors
- Democrat150%
- Republican150%
- Democrat:Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]DC
- Republican:Rep. Mann, Tracey [R-KS-1]KS
Classification
Policy area
HealthCommittees
2
Energy and Commerce Committee
House · Standing
- Referred To3 Feb 2026
Ways and Means Committee
House · Standing
- Referred To3 Feb 2026
Cosponsor momentum
Cumulative over time
Cosponsors grew from 1 on 3 February 2026 to 2 on 22 April 2026.
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