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Every healthcare bill from all 50 state legislatures and Congress, introduced in the last 12 weeks and automatically classified by Maddy, our AI policy reader.

Total bills
428
last 12 weeks
Active states
11
jurisdictions with bills
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United States
271 bills
Stance split
410 for 18 against
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Showing 21–30 of 76 bills

Bills supporting healthcare

in committee · New York · Senate Aug 17, 2026

S 10683: Relates to recognizing postpartum psychosis as a condition distinct from postpartum depression and directing the department of health to create screening guidelines for the condition

Relates to recognizing postpartum psychosis as a condition distinct from postpartum depression and directing the department of health to create screening guidelines for the condition and provide information to maternal health care providers.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill directs health department to create screening guidelines for postpartum psychosis and educate providers, improving maternal mental health care.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Mental Health Women's Health
Cordell Cleare (D)
in committee · Michigan · House Sep 1, 2026

HB 6319: Mental health: code; definition of mental health professional; expand to include physician assistants, certified nurse practitioners, and clinical nurse specialists-certified, and allow them to perform certain examinations. Amends (See bill).

Michigan House Bill 6319 amends the state's Mental Health Code to expand the legal definition of a "mental health professional" to include physician assistants, certified nurse practitioners, and clinical nurse specialists. This change allows these three groups of healthcare providers to perform specific clinical functions previously reserved for physicians or psychiatrists, such as conducting physical examinations for involuntary treatment petitions and authorizing the use of physical restraints or seclusion in mental health facilities. The bill also updates related definitions and procedural requirements throughout the code to ensure these new professionals are recognized in contexts involving patient rights, court hearings, and facility safety protocols.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands the definition of mental health professionals to include PAs and NPs, increasing access to care and broadening who can perform clinical functions.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Mental Health
Carrie Rheingans (D) · 14 co-sponsors
in committee · Michigan · House Sep 1, 2026

HB 6279: Corrections: state facilities; certain health and safety standards in state correctional facilities; provide for. Amends 1953 PA 232 (MCL 791.201 - 791.285) by adding secs. 67c, 67e & 67f.

Michigan House Bill 6279 amends the state's corrections code to require the Department of Corrections to provide prisoners with timely access to medical, dental, optical, and mental health care while ensuring privacy and dignity during treatment. The legislation mandates that the department identify and address the needs of prisoners with disabilities by providing assistive equipment such as wheelchairs and hearing aids. Additionally, it requires the maintenance of safe environmental conditions, including proper sanitation and ventilation, to prevent risks to prisoner health. Prisoners who believe these standards are not met can file grievances through the existing departmental system.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates improved health, safety, and accessibility standards in state correctional facilities, directly strengthening prisoner welfare and rehabilitation conditions.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates timely access to medical, dental, and mental health care for prisoners, directly advancing healthcare standards in state facilities.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Corrections Mental Health
Reggie Miller (D) · 6 co-sponsors
passed · California · Senate Aug 13, 2026

SR 131: Relative to Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.

Senate Resolution 131 proclaims September 2026 as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in California, aiming to reduce stigma and promote access to mental health services. The resolution highlights the critical role of community-based providers, specifically acknowledging the California Association of Alcohol and Drug Program Executives and Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services for their contributions to crisis care. It affirms that support is available to all Californians through resources such as the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill proclaims Suicide Prevention Awareness Month to reduce stigma and explicitly promote access to mental health services for Californians.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Mental Health
María Elena Durazo (D) · 1 co-sponsor
passed · California · Senate Aug 13, 2026

SR 130: Relative to Recovery Month.

This bill is a procedural resolution that proclaims September 2026 as Recovery Month in California. It aims to honor individuals in recovery, service providers, and communities dedicated to treating substance use disorders and mental health conditions. The text also highlights recent state investments under Proposition 1, which have funded new behavioral health facilities and treatment slots across the state.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill proclaims Recovery Month to honor mental health services and highlights state funding for behavioral health facilities under Proposition 1.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse
María Elena Durazo (D) · 2 co-sponsors
passed · California · Assembly Aug 24, 2026

HR 140: Relative to Children's Get Offline and Get Outdoors Month.

California Assembly Resolution 140 designates August 2026 as Children's Get Offline and Get Outdoors Month to promote awareness of the benefits of screen-free play for child development. The resolution cites research linking excessive social media use and reduced free play time to increased rates of anxiety, depression, and other behavioral issues among teenagers. It encourages families and communities to support unstructured outdoor activities and highlights ongoing federal efforts to protect children's mental health through technology guardrails.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes outdoor activities and explicitly cites federal efforts to protect the environment, linking child well-being to natural settings.65% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes mental health by encouraging offline activities to reduce anxiety and depression in children, aligning with public health goals.75% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyThe bill promotes reducing screen time and social media use for children, which restricts engagement with digital technology.75% confidence
Sub-Topics Mental Health Social Media
Buffy Wicks (D) · 73 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · Senate Aug 7, 2026

S 5364: Rural Mothers and Fathers Choice Act

The Rural Mothers and Fathers Choice Act establishes a ten-year federal grant program administered by the Department of Health and Human Services to support families in rural and tribal communities through integrated education, health, and workforce services. The bill authorizes up to six implementation grants of $6 million per year each, awarded to nonprofit organizations or tribal governments that operate "hub and spoke" sites to deliver coordinated services such as early childhood education, literacy tutoring, mental health care, and job training. Recipients must partner with local schools, healthcare providers, and economic development agencies, while a Family Advisory Council composed largely of local parents oversees the program’s budget and planning. To ensure long-term sustainability, grantees are required to provide increasing levels of matching funds over the decade, starting with no match for the first three years and rising to 20 percent by the final year.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill authorizes federal grants specifically to deliver coordinated services including early childhood education in rural and tribal communities, thereby expanding educational access.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill funds integrated health services in rural/tribal areas via HHS grants, directly advancing access to healthcare for underserved populations.75% confidence
Sub-Topics Early Childhood Mental Health Tags Families Rural Communities Tribal Nations
Cindy Hyde-Smith (R)
in committee · United States · Senate Aug 7, 2026

S 5365: Community Mental Wellness Worker Training Act

The Community Mental Wellness Worker Training Act authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services to award grants to community behavioral health clinics, mental health centers, and hospitals to train and certify new workers in providing basic mental health screening and counseling. These trained workers would assist individuals with mild to moderate conditions, such as depression or anxiety, by delivering evidence-based interventions that are culturally and linguistically competent. The bill prioritizes funding for entities located in areas with high poverty, unemployment, substance use rates, or significant numbers of dual Medicare-Medicaid beneficiaries. Additionally, the legislation provides legal protections against malpractice suits for participating staff and requires the Secretary to submit interim and final reports to Congress on the number of workers trained and certified through the program.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill authorizes grants to train mental health workers, directly expanding access to behavioral health services and strengthening the healthcare workforce.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Medicaid Medicare Mental Health
Cory A. Booker (D)
in committee · United States · Senate Aug 4, 2026

S 5236: Improving CARE for Youth Act

The Improving CARE for Youth Act amends the Social Security Act to prevent state Medicaid plans from denying payment for mental health or primary care services provided on the same day as a qualifying service. This legislation directly affects individuals receiving Medicaid coverage, particularly those who visit outpatient facilities for both physical and mental health treatments during a single visit. By establishing that states cannot prohibit reimbursement for these concurrent services, the bill ensures that patients are not financially penalized for combining different types of care in one appointment. The measure defines "same-day qualifying services" as primary or mental health visits occurring at the same facility on the same day, regardless of whether the providers are identical.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill prevents Medicaid from denying payment for concurrent mental health and primary care services, directly expanding coverage and protecting patient access to healthcare.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Children's Health Medicaid Mental Health Tags Children
Margaret Wood Hassan (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · United States · Senate Aug 4, 2026

S 5231: Equity in Pretrial Health Coverage Act

The Equity in Pretrial Health Coverage Act removes federal restrictions that currently prevent individuals awaiting trial from accessing certain government health benefits. The bill amends laws governing Medicaid, Medicare, the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Department of Veterans Affairs services to ensure these programs cover medical care for people in custody while their charges are pending. For children enrolled in CHIP, the legislation also mandates coverage for specific screenings and case management services during the 30 days leading up to their release. These changes take effect shortly after enactment, with the Department of Veterans Affairs provision becoming active immediately upon the bill's passage.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill expands health coverage for individuals in pretrial custody, directly improving conditions within the criminal justice system and supporting reform.92% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill explicitly removes restrictions to expand Medicaid, Medicare, CHIP, and VA coverage for pretrial detainees, directly advancing access to health services.98% confidence
Sub-Topics Children's Health Medicaid Mental Health
Edward J. Markey (D) · 6 co-sponsors
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