Bill119th Congress

H.R. 7324

More Behavioral Health Providers Act of 2026

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Introduced
Feb 3, 2026
Origin Chamber
House
Policy Area
Health
Latest Action
Feb 3, 2026

Sponsor

Rep. Budzinski, Nikki [D-IL-13]

Democrat·IL-13
Bioguide ID: B001315
First Name: Nikki
Last Name: Budzinski
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Bill Details

Update Date
Mar 30, 2026
Origin Chamber
House
Bill Type
HR
Bill Number
7,324
Congress
119
Introduced Date
Feb 3, 2026
Policy Area
Health
Is Law
No
Feb 3, 2026IntroReferralH11100

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.

Source: House floor actions

Feb 3, 2026IntroReferralH11100

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.

Source: House floor actions

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Introduced in House

Source: Library of Congress

Feb 3, 2026IntroReferral1000

Introduced in House

Source: Library of Congress

Introduced in House· Feb 3, 20260

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.

Ways and Means Committee

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Energy and Commerce Committee

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Introduced in House

Feb 3, 2026