Healthcare (Mental Health)

in committee · United States · House May 4, 2026

HR 8657: Campus Lifeline Act of 2026

The Campus Lifeline Act of 2026 amends federal health laws to expand mental health support for students and youth. It directs support for student groups on college campuses, such as athletic teams and mental health clubs, to educate peers and intervene when warning signs of mental health or substance use disorders appear. The legislation also requires states and institutions of higher education to list the 988 suicide prevention hotline on newly issued identification cards. Furthermore, it mandates that federal agencies coordinate with the Department of Education and Transportation to create public awareness plans for the 988 hotline.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands mental health support and suicide prevention resources for students in higher education, enhancing student welfare and access to critical services.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands mental health support for students, funds peer intervention groups, and mandates inclusion of the suicide prevention hotline on ID cards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Health Mental Health

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passed · United States · House Jul 14, 2026

HR 8469: Making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.

HR 8469 is an appropriations bill that allocates federal funds for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and several related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027. The bill provides substantial funding for military construction projects across all service branches, including new facilities, upgrades, and family housing for military personnel and their families. It also dedicates significant resources to the Department of Veterans Affairs to support a wide range of veterans' benefits, healthcare services (including community care, mental health, and care for toxic exposures), medical research, and the modernization of the veterans' electronic health record system. Additionally, the bill funds national cemeteries, the US Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, and the American Battle Monuments Commission, while setting administrative rules and conditions for how these funds can be obligated and spent. This legislation directly affects military members, veterans, and their families by providing the financial resources for their infrastructure, healthcare, and benefit programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides substantial funding for military construction and VA services, directly supporting government spending and budget allocation for essential programs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates significant funding to VA healthcare services and related agencies, strengthening healthcare access for veterans and military personnel.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill allocates funding for military family housing under VA and military construction appropriations, directly supporting housing infrastructure for service members and veterans.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill allocates federal funds to Department of Veterans Affairs for fiscal year 2027, directly funding veteran services and benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Mental Health National Guard & Reserve Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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in committee · United States · House May 13, 2026

HR 8367: Answering the Call Act of 2026

The Answering the Call Act of 2026 aims to improve access and outreach for the 9-8-8 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline specifically for first responders, including law enforcement, firefighters, and EMTs. It directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to conduct outreach activities, in coordination with first responder organizations, to promote 9-8-8 and address barriers like stigma and privacy concerns. The bill also authorizes grants for public awareness campaigns, mandates specialized trauma-informed training for 9-8-8 counselors to serve first responders, and requires data collection on their hotline use with privacy safeguards. Additionally, it establishes a pilot program for federal agencies and first responder organizations to collaborate on tailoring these outreach efforts.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens mental health services by improving access to suicide prevention lifeline for first responders through outreach and grants.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Tags Public Safety

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in committee · United States · House Jun 25, 2026

HR 8201: To amend Public Health Service Act to require community health centers to provide behavioral and mental health and substance use disorder services, and for other purposes.

This bill requires community health centers to include behavioral and mental health services, as well as substance use disorder treatment, among their primary health services. It achieves this by amending the Public Health Service Act to explicitly list these services as required offerings for these centers. The legislation also allocates $700 million annually from 2027 to 2031 to fund these expanded services through the Department of Health and Human Services. The changes directly affect community health centers and the patients who rely on them for primary care.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates community health centers to provide behavioral and mental health services and allocates $700M annually to fund these expanded services, directly strengthening healthcare access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Primary Care Public Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 25, 2026

S 4202: Mental Health Access and Provider Support Act of 2026

The Mental Health Access and Provider Support Act of 2026 increases Medicare reimbursement rates for psychologists by raising payment percentages from 75 percent to 85 percent of the standard fee schedule. This change directly affects Medicare beneficiaries and psychologists who provide mental health services under the Medicare program. The higher payment rates apply to services furnished on or after January 1, 2027, aiming to improve access to mental health care by increasing provider compensation.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases Medicare reimbursement rates for psychologists, improving access to mental health services and strengthening provider support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Apr 20, 2026

HR 7973: Momnibus Act

The Momnibus Act is a comprehensive legislative bill designed to improve maternal health outcomes across the United States by addressing social determinants of health, expanding access to care, and reducing disparities among pregnant and postpartum individuals. The bill establishes a federal task force to coordinate efforts between agencies and stakeholders to eliminate preventable maternal mortality and severe morbidity, while providing sustained funding to community-based organizations to address nonclinical factors like housing, nutrition, and transportation. Key provisions include extending WIC eligibility to 24 months postpartum, creating grants to grow and diversify the perinatal workforce, implementing respectful maternity care training for all healthcare employees, and establishing compliance programs to track and address bias in maternity care settings. The legislation also includes specific measures for incarcerated mothers, veterans, and vulnerable populations affected by climate change, alongside funding for maternal mental health services and technology-enabled care models to expand access in underserved areas.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes federal task force to improve maternal health outcomes, expand access to care, and reduce disparities through sustained funding and coordination.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 26, 2026

S 4225: DOULA for VA Act of 2026

This bill establishes a five-year pilot program to provide doula support services to pregnant and postpartum women veterans enrolled in the Department of Veterans Affairs. The program aims to improve maternal, mental health, and infant care outcomes by training doulas to advocate for veterans alongside medical teams, with sessions occurring before, during, and after labor and delivery. The pilot will operate in specific Veterans Integrated Service Networks selected based on female veteran enrollment rates and will include targeted support for populations facing higher health risks, such as American Indian or Alaska Native veterans. Funding is authorized through fiscal year 2032, and the VA Secretary must submit annual reports on the program's impact to Congress, including recommendations on whether to expand the initiative.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes pilot program to provide doula support services to veterans, improving maternal and mental health outcomes through expanded healthcare access and support.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes pilot program to provide doula support services to pregnant and postpartum women veterans, improving maternal and mental health outcomes through funded healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Mental Health Military Families Veteran Employment Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House Mar 26, 2026

HR 8124: STOP Suicide Act

The STOP Suicide Act establishes a new grant program to fund stabilization services for individuals experiencing acute suicidal thoughts. These grants will be awarded competitively to eligible entities such as community health centers, crisis centers, schools, and tribal organizations to support evidence-based interventions that reduce immediate suicide risk. The program authorizes up to $30 million annually from 2027 to 2031 and requires recipients to submit plans for sustaining services after grant funding ends. Grants may support outpatient care, virtual services, and peer support in the least restrictive settings appropriate for each individual's needs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes new grant program funding stabilization services for suicidal individuals, directly supporting mental health services and healthcare access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 7976: Moral Injury Recognition and Restitution Act

This bill, known as the Moral Injury Recognition and Restitution Act, changes how the Department of Veterans Affairs handles compensation claims for veterans affected by military sexual trauma. It allows veterans who receive approved claims for mental health conditions or physical injuries caused by such trauma to receive back pay starting from the day after their military discharge rather than from the date their claim was filed. The legislation defines military sexual trauma according to existing legal standards and includes both mental health conditions and physical disabilities resulting from or worsened by the trauma. This change applies retroactively to eligible veterans who have already been approved for compensation benefits.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands mental health compensation for veterans affected by military sexual trauma, improving access to healthcare benefits and financial restitution.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands VA compensation benefits for veterans affected by military sexual trauma by allowing back pay from discharge date instead of claim filing date.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 25, 2026

S 4187: Data to Save Moms Act

The Data to Save Moms Act directs the Department of Health and Human Services to provide grants to maternal mortality review committees, prioritizing diverse community members and addressing participation barriers like training and transportation. The bill requires these committees to review cases of severe maternal morbidity and deaths linked to mental health or substance use conditions, while also consulting with community organizations to understand nonclinical factors in pregnancy-related deaths. Additionally, the act mandates a comprehensive review of maternal health data collection processes and quality measures, including a specific study on American Indian and Alaska Native individuals and grants for research at minority-serving institutions to better understand disparities in maternal outcomes.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides grants to maternal mortality review committees, addresses mental health and substance use conditions, and funds public health initiatives to improve maternal care outcomes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Women's Health

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