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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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in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9866: C.A.R.E. for Mental Health Professionals Act

This bill creates a federal grant program to help mental health professionals work across state lines by supporting interstate agreements that allow licenses to be recognized in multiple states. The funding, totaling $4 million annually from 2026 to 2029, will go to state licensing boards and compact commissions to encourage counselors to practice in areas with these new agreements and to maintain the administrative systems that make them work. By simplifying the licensing process, the legislation aims to expand the availability of mental health services in states that have joined these mutual recognition programs.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates a federal grant program to fund interstate licensing agreements, improving access to mental health professionals and strengthening the workforce.90% confidence
Sub-Topics Mental Health
Joe Neguse (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · United States · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 9798: Employer Health Plan Flexibility Act

The Employer Health Plan Flexibility Act would allow certain employer-sponsored group health plans to opt out of the Affordable Care Act's requirement to cover specific Essential Health Benefits. This exemption applies to plans governed by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act and would take effect for plan years starting on or after January 1, 2028. While exempt from those specific coverage mandates, the bill explicitly states that employers must still comply with other federal rules, including those regarding mental health parity, nondiscrimination, and preventive services. To ensure transparency, employers claiming this exemption must annually inform their employees about the benefits included in their plan and identify any Essential Health Benefits that are not covered.
Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill allows employers to opt out of ACA Essential Health Benefits, restricting coverage mandates and limiting patient access to required health services.90% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBill allows employers to opt out of ACA Essential Health Benefits, reducing mandated worker health coverage protections.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Insurance Mental Health
Rick W. Allen (R)
in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HRES 1450: Condemning all forms of hate.

This resolution condemns all forms of hate, including racism, antisemitism, transphobia, and xenophobia, while highlighting recent statistics on hate crimes affecting various communities. It calls for comprehensive federal and state policies to prevent hate crimes through education and intervention, as well as support for victims through legal aid and mental health resources. The measure also advocates for funding programs that are culturally accessible to vulnerable groups, such as immigrants and LGBTQIA+ individuals, and reaffirms the government's commitment to maintaining an inclusive democracy.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill advocates for hate crime prevention, victim support, and culturally accessible resources, aligning with protecting civil rights and enhancing justice for vulnerable groups.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly advocates for funding programs and education initiatives to prevent hate crimes and support vulnerable groups.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly calls for mental health resources and culturally accessible programs for vulnerable groups, directly supporting healthcare access and services.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill explicitly condemns xenophobia and advocates for culturally accessible support services for immigrants, indicating a protective stance.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Mental Health
Bonnie Watson Coleman (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · Senate Jul 14, 2026

S 4976: Native Children’s Commission Implementation Act of 2026

This bill establishes the Native Children's Commission Implementation Act of 2026 to improve health, education, and safety outcomes for Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian children and families. It creates several new advisory committees within federal agencies to provide ongoing guidance on issues such as juvenile justice, maternal health, substance abuse, and environmental protection. The legislation also authorizes grants and pilot programs to expand access to mental health services, increase the perinatal workforce, support Native language schools, and provide housing assistance for homeless youth and families. Additionally, it modifies existing laws to allow Tribes greater flexibility in administering nutrition and child care programs while ensuring they receive adequate funding for administrative costs.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates advisory committees specifically for juvenile justice and funds programs to improve safety outcomes for Native children, indicating support for criminal justice reform.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly aims to improve education outcomes for Native children through new advisory committees and authorized grants for educational access.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates advisory committees specifically for environmental protection issues, indicating support for the topic.60% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly creates advisory committees for maternal health and substance abuse, and authorizes grants to expand mental health services for Native children.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse Women's Health
Lisa Murkowski (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9867: Expand the Behavioral Health Workforce Now Act

The Expand the Behavioral Health Workforce Now Act directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to issue guidance to states within 12 months of enactment. This guidance will outline strategies to improve the education, training, recruitment, and retention of mental health and substance use disorder care providers participating in Medicaid and CHIP programs. A specific focus of these strategies is to enhance the capacity of the workforce in rural and underserved areas. The act also specifies that the guidance should explore how states can use existing federal waivers and authorities to achieve these workforce goals.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill aims to expand the behavioral health workforce, improve provider recruitment/retention, and enhance access in underserved areas.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Children's Health Medicaid Mental Health
Joe Neguse (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · United States · House Jul 14, 2026

HR 9669: FACT Pilot Program Act

This bill creates a five-year pilot program to provide grants to states and local governments for expanding Forensic Assertive Community Treatment teams. These specialized teams offer intensive, round-the-clock support including mental health care, addiction treatment, and housing assistance to individuals with serious mental illness who are involved with the criminal justice system. The program requires teams to include a mix of psychiatrists, employment specialists, criminal justice partners, and peer specialists with lived experience. Additionally, the legislation authorizes funding for a study by the National Academies to evaluate the program's effectiveness and develop guidelines for scaling it up.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds Forensic Assertive Community Treatment teams to provide mental health and housing support, reducing recidivism and improving rehabilitation for individuals in the criminal justice system.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates grants to expand Forensic Assertive Community Treatment teams, directly funding mental health services and improving access for individuals with serious mental illness.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill funds housing assistance for individuals with serious mental illness, directly supporting housing stability.90% confidence
Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse
Alma S. Adams (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9551: Mental Health Parity Enforcement and Funding Act

This bill strengthens the enforcement of mental health and substance use disorder parity rules under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974. It expands the scope of penalties to include plan sponsors, service providers, and administrators who fail to meet existing parity requirements, while also adding a specific category for genetic information violations. To support these enforcement efforts, the legislation appropriates $30 million annually from 2027 through 2031 to the Employee Benefits Security Administration. These changes apply to group health plans starting one year after the law is enacted.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens enforcement of mental health parity rules and allocates $30M annually to support these efforts, protecting patient rights and improving access.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill strengthens enforcement of mental health parity rules, expanding penalties to protect workers' benefits and rights under ERISA.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse
Thomas H. Kean, Jr. (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · United States · House Jul 17, 2026

HR 9559: IBOGAINE Act

The IBOGAINE Act aims to accelerate the development and approval of ibogaine and similar compounds for treating addiction, trauma, and serious mental illnesses by modifying federal drug laws. It creates a new voucher system that grants sponsors of breakthrough mental health drugs priority review by the FDA, while also establishing special registration rules to allow physicians to legally administer Schedule I substances to eligible patients under the "right to try" law. The legislation further directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to create a dedicated senior official and workforce plan for emerging therapies, mandates timely rescheduling of ibogaine from Schedule I to Schedule II, and requires federal agencies to share clinical trial data to speed up the approval process.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill accelerates approval of addiction and mental health treatments, expands patient access to breakthrough therapies, and protects physician rights to administer Schedule I substances.90% confidence
Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse
Morgan Luttrell (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Jun 29, 2026

HRES 1396: Expressing support for the designation of the month of June 2026 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and June 27, 2026, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day".

This resolution expresses support for designating June 2026 as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month and June 27, 2026, as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day. It aims to raise public awareness about post-traumatic stress among military members and veterans, reduce associated stigma, and encourage better access to treatment. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal statement of congressional intent to highlight the importance of addressing mental health challenges related to military service.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes mental health awareness and encourages access to treatment for PTSD, aligning with healthcare support indicators.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates awareness month to reduce PTSD stigma and encourage treatment access for veterans.90% confidence
Sub-Topics Mental Health Memorials & Recognition Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health
Scott H. Peters (D) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 29, 2026

SB 1403: An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in emergency medical services system, further providing for receiving facilities and providing for transportation coverage; and abrogating a regulation.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's emergency medical services laws to clarify rules for patient transport and insurance coverage. It defines "receiving facilities" as places where patients need further medical assessment after an ambulance response and requires protocols for handling behavioral health and substance use crises before transport. The legislation also mandates that health insurers cover emergency service payments when patients are treated and transported to these designated facilities, while simultaneously removing an outdated regulation regarding covered services.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurance coverage for emergency transport and clarifies receiving facility rules, improving patient access and financial protection.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill clarifies patient transport rules and mandates insurance coverage for emergency services, enhancing the safety and financial viability of emergency transportation systems.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Hospitals Insurance Mental Health Vehicle Registration
Frank Farry (R) · 5 co-sponsors
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