HB 1378: Repeal Behavioral Health Resources - Colorado

Rerevised → Final Act · 6 edits · May 28, 2026

MODERATE

This bill repeals several behavioral health programs previously funded by the Behavioral Health Administration, including grants for substance use treatment capacity and recovery support services. It also transfers the high-risk families cash fund to the general fund and reduces the state's appropriation for behavioral health safety net services by approximately $5.1 million for the 2026-27 fiscal year.

Scope change

The bill narrows the scope of state-administered behavioral health programs by eliminating specific grant programs and reducing the overall funding available for behavioral health safety net services.

FISCAL

Repeals the 'building substance use disorder treatment capacity in underserved communities' grant program.

Repeals the 'recovery support services' grant program.

Transfers all unexpended money from the 'high-risk families cash fund' to the general fund and repeals the fund effective July 1, 2026.

Reduces the appropriation for behavioral health safety net services by $3,500,000 and the recovery support services grant by $1,600,805.

Updates the annual appropriation for rural behavioral health care vouchers from $50,000 for the 2021-22 fiscal year to $50,000 for the 2026-27 fiscal year.

DEFINITION

Updates the definition of 'behavioral health provider' to reference the repealed sections and adds a reference to the federal Social Security Act for federally qualified health centers.

Revised → Rerevised · 3 edits · Apr 16, 2026

MINOR

The bill status was updated from 'Revised' to 'Rerevised' to reflect that all amendments adopted in the Second House have been incorporated. Additionally, the bill was marked as '3rd Reading Unamended' for the Senate on April 16, 2026, indicating the legislative process has advanced to the final stage in that chamber. A new Senate sponsor, Pelton R., was added to the list of sponsors.

Scope change

No substantive changes to the bill's scope, eligibility, funding, or definitions were identified; the changes are procedural and administrative.

TIMELINE

Added a specific date (April 16, 2026) and stage (3rd Reading Unamended) for the Senate's consideration of the bill.

TECHNICAL

Added 'Pelton R.' to the list of Senate sponsors.

Updated the header text to reflect that the version is 'REREVISED' and includes amendments adopted in the Second House.

Reengrossed → Revised · 4 edits · Apr 15, 2026

MODERATE

The bill was renumbered and its title was updated to reflect changes in the legislative process, specifically noting amendments adopted on second reading in the second house. The text of the bill was significantly reduced, removing specific sections that defined 'behavioral health providers' and detailed funding transfers for a high-risk families cash fund. This reduction suggests the bill no longer includes these specific operational definitions and financial directives.

Scope change

The bill's scope was narrowed by removing substantive sections that defined eligible providers and mandated specific fund transfers, leaving only the bill's title and introductory text.

DEFINITION

Removed Section 5, which defined 'behavioral health provider' to include recovery community organizations, support services organizations, and licensed professionals.

FISCAL

Removed Section 6, which required the State Treasurer to transfer unexpended money from the High-risk Families Cash Fund to the General Fund by June 30, 2026.

TECHNICAL

Changed the bill status from 'Reengrossed' to 'Revised' and updated the header to indicate amendments were adopted on second reading in the second house.

Deleted specific line numbers and page markers, indicating a major restructuring or truncation of the bill's text.

Engrossed → Reengrossed · 3 edits · Apr 11, 2026

MINOR

The bill was reengrossed to include all amendments adopted during the House of Introduction, updating the official title and summary to reflect these changes. A new provision was added to repeal a specific section effective July 1, 2026, likely to resolve a conflict with the new fiscal year budget. The bill also includes a technical amendment to the Senate sponsorship list to add a missing name.

Scope change

The bill's scope was technically adjusted by adding a repeal provision for an existing section and correcting the legislative history record.

TIMELINE

Added a repeal provision for a specific section effective July 1, 2026, to align with the new fiscal year budget.

TECHNICAL

Updated the bill title from 'Engrossed' to 'Reengrossed' and added a note indicating the summary reflects amendments adopted in the House of Introduction.

Added a name to the Senate sponsorship list to correct the legislative record.

Introduced → Engrossed · 4 edits · Apr 9, 2026

MODERATE

The bill was amended to remove references to repealed sections regarding rural behavioral health services and high-risk family funds, while updating fiscal year dates and adjusting appropriation amounts. These changes ensure the legislation aligns with current statutory requirements and reflects the most recent budget adjustments.

Scope change

The bill's scope was narrowed by removing references to repealed statutes and specific grant programs that are no longer active.

REQUIREMENT

Removed the repeal of section 27-60-110 and the associated behavioral health-care services for rural and agricultural communities.

Removed the repeal of the high-risk families cash fund and related subsections.

TIMELINE

Updated fiscal year references from 2021-22 to 2026-2027 to reflect the current budget cycle.

FISCAL

Adjusted appropriation amounts and sources to align with the updated fiscal year and budget constraints.

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