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Medicaid Reentry Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 824/ H.R. 1767), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid demonstration program. Medicaid Services Investment and Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1839), all provisions related to the extension of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 286/H.R. 945), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 1329), all provisions related to allowing Medicaid coverage for eligible incarcerated individuals to be re-established up to 30 days before their release from jail or prison.
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NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH via NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
2019 · second_quarter · Q2
Senate Appropriations Committee - Draft Fiscal Year 2020 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education (LHHS) funding bill, all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2020. House Appropriations Committee - Draft Fiscal Year 2020 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education (LHHS) funding bill, all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2020. Investing for the People Act of 2019 (H.R.2021), all provisions related to removing limits on defense and non-defense federal expenditures.
The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483 (115)), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine.
Source: Senate LDA
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 824/ H.R. 1767), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid demonstration program. Medicaid Services Investment and Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1839), all provisions related to the extension of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 286/H.R. 945), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 1329), all provisions related to allowing Medicaid coverage for eligible incarcerated individuals to be re-established up to 30 days before their release from jail or prison.
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 824/ H.R. 1767), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid demonstration program. Medicaid Services Investment and Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1839), all provisions related to the extension of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 286/H.R. 945), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 1329), all provisions related to allowing Medicaid coverage for eligible incarcerated individuals to be re-established up to 30 days before their release from jail or prison.
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 824/ H.R. 1767), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid demonstration program. Medicaid Services Investment and Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1839), all provisions related to the extension of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 286/H.R. 945), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 1329), all provisions related to allowing Medicaid coverage for eligible incarcerated individuals to be re-established up to 30 days before their release from jail or prison.
Medicaid Services Investment and Accountability Act of 2019
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 824/ H.R. 1767), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid demonstration program. Medicaid Services Investment and Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1839), all provisions related to the extension of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 286/H.R. 945), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 1329), all provisions related to allowing Medicaid coverage for eligible incarcerated individuals to be re-established up to 30 days before their release from jail or prison.
Medicaid Services Investment and Accountability Act of 2019
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 824/ H.R. 1767), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid demonstration program. Medicaid Services Investment and Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1839), all provisions related to the extension of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 286/H.R. 945), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 1329), all provisions related to allowing Medicaid coverage for eligible incarcerated individuals to be re-established up to 30 days before their release from jail or prison.
Investing for the People Act of 2019
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Senate Appropriations Committee - Draft Fiscal Year 2020 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education (LHHS) funding bill, all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2020. House Appropriations Committee - Draft Fiscal Year 2020 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education (LHHS) funding bill, all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2020. Investing for the People Act of 2019 (H.R.2021), all provisions related to removing limits on defense and non-defense federal expenditures.
Investing for the People Act of 2019
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Senate Appropriations Committee - Draft Fiscal Year 2020 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education (LHHS) funding bill, all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2020. House Appropriations Committee - Draft Fiscal Year 2020 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education (LHHS) funding bill, all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2020. Investing for the People Act of 2019 (H.R.2021), all provisions related to removing limits on defense and non-defense federal expenditures.
National De-Escalation of Violence and Community Safety Training Act of 2019
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
National De-Escalation of Violence and Community Safety Training Act (H.R. 2457), all provisions related to establishing a program allowing eligible entities such as churches, schools, community colleges, or state and local governments to provide de-escalation training to prevent and reduce violence in our communities, including the reauthorization of Mental Health First Aid training grants.
Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2019
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 824/ H.R. 1767), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid demonstration program. Medicaid Services Investment and Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1839), all provisions related to the extension of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 286/H.R. 945), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 1329), all provisions related to allowing Medicaid coverage for eligible incarcerated individuals to be re-established up to 30 days before their release from jail or prison.
Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2019
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 824/ H.R. 1767), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid demonstration program. Medicaid Services Investment and Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1839), all provisions related to the extension of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 286/H.R. 945), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 1329), all provisions related to allowing Medicaid coverage for eligible incarcerated individuals to be re-established up to 30 days before their release from jail or prison.
Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2019
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 824/ H.R. 1767), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid demonstration program. Medicaid Services Investment and Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1839), all provisions related to the extension of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 286/H.R. 945), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 1329), all provisions related to allowing Medicaid coverage for eligible incarcerated individuals to be re-established up to 30 days before their release from jail or prison.
Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2019
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 824/ H.R. 1767), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid demonstration program. Medicaid Services Investment and Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1839), all provisions related to the extension of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 286/H.R. 945), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 1329), all provisions related to allowing Medicaid coverage for eligible incarcerated individuals to be re-established up to 30 days before their release from jail or prison.
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 824/ H.R. 1767), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid demonstration program. Medicaid Services Investment and Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1839), all provisions related to the extension of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 286/H.R. 945), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 1329), all provisions related to allowing Medicaid coverage for eligible incarcerated individuals to be re-established up to 30 days before their release from jail or prison.
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 824/ H.R. 1767), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid demonstration program. Medicaid Services Investment and Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1839), all provisions related to the extension of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 286/H.R. 945), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 1329), all provisions related to allowing Medicaid coverage for eligible incarcerated individuals to be re-established up to 30 days before their release from jail or prison.
Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483 (115)), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine.
Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483 (115)), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine.
Proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Continuing Resolution (through February 8, 2018) (H.R.195), all provisions related to health care programs and funding. Continuing Resolution (through March 23, 2018) (H.R.1892), all provisions related to health care programs and funding. Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 (H. R. 1892), all provisions related to allowable non-defense discretionary spending levels. Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2018 (H.R. 1625), all provisions related to health care programs and funding. Balanced Budget Amendment H.J. Res. 2, all provisions relating to limiting annual expenditures to annual revenue.
Proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
S.3158 - Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019, all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2019. House Appropriations Subcommittee - Draft Fiscal Year 2019 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education (LHHS) funding bill, all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2019. Balanced Budget Amendment H.J. Res. 2, all provisions relating to limiting annual expenditures to annual revenue.
Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Continuing Resolution (through February 8, 2018) (H.R.195), all provisions related to health care programs and funding. Continuing Resolution (through March 23, 2018) (H.R.1892), all provisions related to health care programs and funding. Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 (H. R. 1892), all provisions related to allowable non-defense discretionary spending levels. Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2018 (H.R. 1625), all provisions related to health care programs and funding. Balanced Budget Amendment H.J. Res. 2, all provisions relating to limiting annual expenditures to annual revenue.
Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Continuing Resolution (through February 8, 2018) (H.R.195), all provisions related to health care programs and funding. Continuing Resolution (through March 23, 2018) (H.R.1892), all provisions related to health care programs and funding. Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 (H. R. 1892), all provisions related to allowable non-defense discretionary spending levels. Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2018 (H.R. 1625), all provisions related to health care programs and funding. Balanced Budget Amendment H.J. Res. 2, all provisions relating to limiting annual expenditures to annual revenue.
Making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2018, and for other purposes.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Continuing Resolution (through February 8, 2018) (H.R.195), all provisions related to health care programs and funding. Continuing Resolution (through March 23, 2018) (H.R.1892), all provisions related to health care programs and funding. Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 (H. R. 1892), all provisions related to allowable non-defense discretionary spending levels. Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2018 (H.R. 1625), all provisions related to health care programs and funding. Balanced Budget Amendment H.J. Res. 2, all provisions relating to limiting annual expenditures to annual revenue.
National Suicide Hotline Improvement Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
National Suicide Hotline Improvement Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
Medicaid Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Medicaid Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act (S. 1169/H.R. 2687), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Opioid Emergency Response Act (H.R. 5531), all provisions related to expanding the Medicare eligible workforce to include marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. The IMD CARE Act (H.R. 5797), all provisions related to changing the restriction of Medicaid payment for residential substance use disorder treatment in certain facilities. Graham-Cassidy Bill (Senate Amendment 1030), all provisions related to the repeal of coverage expansions and consumer protections established in the Affordable Care Act.
Mental Health in Schools Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Helping to End Addiction and Lessen Substance Use Disorders Act (HEAL Act) of 2018 (S. 3120), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) 2.0 of 2018 (S. 2456/ H.R. 5311), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
Mental Health in Schools Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R.5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S.2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA 2.0) (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program by one year and eight states. Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations.
Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services.
Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Medicaid Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act (S. 1169/H.R. 2687), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Opioid Emergency Response Act (H.R. 5531), all provisions related to expanding the Medicare eligible workforce to include marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. The IMD CARE Act (H.R. 5797), all provisions related to changing the restriction of Medicaid payment for residential substance use disorder treatment in certain facilities. Graham-Cassidy Bill (Senate Amendment 1030), all provisions related to the repeal of coverage expansions and consumer protections established in the Affordable Care Act.
Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Opioid Emergency Response Act (H.R. 5531), all provisions related to expanding the Medicare eligible workforce to include marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors.
CHIP Mental Health Parity Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
CHIP Mental Health Parity Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program by one year and eight states. Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations.
CHIP Mental Health Parity Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
CHIP Mental Health Parity Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Helping to End Addiction and Lessen Substance Use Disorders Act (HEAL Act) of 2018 (S. 3120), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) 2.0 of 2018 (S. 2456/ H.R. 5311), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
To amend title XI of the Social Security Act to promote testing of incentive payments for behavioral health providers for adoption and use of certified electronic health record technology.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
To amend title XI of the Social Security Act to promote testing of incentive payments for behavioral health providers for adoption and use of certified electronic health record technology.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program by one year and eight states. Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations.
To amend title XI of the Social Security Act to promote testing of incentive payments for behavioral health providers for adoption and use of certified electronic health record technology.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
To amend title XI of the Social Security Act to promote testing of incentive payments for behavioral health providers for adoption and use of certified electronic health record technology.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Helping to End Addiction and Lessen Substance Use Disorders Act (HEAL Act) of 2018 (S. 3120), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) 2.0 of 2018 (S. 2456/ H.R. 5311), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
To amend title XI of the Social Security Act to promote testing of incentive payments for behavioral health providers for adoption and use of certified electronic health record technology.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R.5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S.2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA 2.0) (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Helping to End Addiction and Lessen Substance Use Disorders Act (HEAL Act) of 2018 (S. 3120), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) 2.0 of 2018 (S. 2456/ H.R. 5311), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R.5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S.2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA 2.0) (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Opioid Emergency Response Act (H.R. 5531), all provisions related to expanding the Medicare eligible workforce to include marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors.
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Medicaid Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act (S. 1169/H.R. 2687), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Opioid Emergency Response Act (H.R. 5531), all provisions related to expanding the Medicare eligible workforce to include marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. The IMD CARE Act (H.R. 5797), all provisions related to changing the restriction of Medicaid payment for residential substance use disorder treatment in certain facilities. Graham-Cassidy Bill (Senate Amendment 1030), all provisions related to the repeal of coverage expansions and consumer protections established in the Affordable Care Act.
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program by one year and eight states. Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations.
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services.
Medicaid Reentry Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program by one year and eight states. Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations.
Medicaid Reentry Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Medicaid Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act (S. 1169/H.R. 2687), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Opioid Emergency Response Act (H.R. 5531), all provisions related to expanding the Medicare eligible workforce to include marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. The IMD CARE Act (H.R. 5797), all provisions related to changing the restriction of Medicaid payment for residential substance use disorder treatment in certain facilities. Graham-Cassidy Bill (Senate Amendment 1030), all provisions related to the repeal of coverage expansions and consumer protections established in the Affordable Care Act.
Ensuring Access to Quality Sober Living Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Ensuring Access to Quality Sober Living Act (H.R.4684), all provisions relating to the development and dissemination of recovery housing best practices.
Ensuring Access to Quality Sober Living Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Ensuring Access to Quality Sober Living Act (H.R.4684), all provisions relating to the development and dissemination of recovery housing best practices.
Ensuring Access to Quality Sober Living Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Ensuring Access to Quality Sober Living Act (H.R.4684), all provisions relating to the development and dissemination of recovery housing best practices.
Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Helping to End Addiction and Lessen Substance Use Disorders Act (HEAL Act) of 2018 (S. 3120), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) 2.0 of 2018 (S. 2456/ H.R. 5311), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R.5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S.2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA 2.0) (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
CARA 2.0 Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Helping to End Addiction and Lessen Substance Use Disorders Act (HEAL Act) of 2018 (S. 3120), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) 2.0 of 2018 (S. 2456/ H.R. 5311), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Helping to End Addiction and Lessen Substance Use Disorders Act (HEAL Act) of 2018 (S. 3120), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) 2.0 of 2018 (S. 2456/ H.R. 5311), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
Opioid Emergency Response Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Medicaid Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act (S. 1169/H.R. 2687), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Opioid Emergency Response Act (H.R. 5531), all provisions related to expanding the Medicare eligible workforce to include marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. The IMD CARE Act (H.R. 5797), all provisions related to changing the restriction of Medicaid payment for residential substance use disorder treatment in certain facilities. Graham-Cassidy Bill (Senate Amendment 1030), all provisions related to the repeal of coverage expansions and consumer protections established in the Affordable Care Act.
Opioid Emergency Response Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Opioid Emergency Response Act (H.R. 5531), all provisions related to expanding the Medicare eligible workforce to include marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors.
Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Helping to End Addiction and Lessen Substance Use Disorders Act (HEAL Act) of 2018 (S. 3120), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) 2.0 of 2018 (S. 2456/ H.R. 5311), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
Formerly Incarcerated Reenter Society Transformed Safely Transitioning Every Person Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
First Step Act (H.R.5682), all provisions relating to providing justice-involved populations with supportive services, including mental health and addiction treatment, and those provisions reauthorizing the Second Chance Act.
Charitable Giving Tax Deduction Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Charitable Giving Tax Deduction Act (H.R. 5771), all provisions related to incentivizing charitable giving.
Individuals in Medicaid Deserve Care that is Appropriate and Responsible in its Execution Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Medicaid Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act (S. 1169/H.R. 2687), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Opioid Emergency Response Act (H.R. 5531), all provisions related to expanding the Medicare eligible workforce to include marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. The IMD CARE Act (H.R. 5797), all provisions related to changing the restriction of Medicaid payment for residential substance use disorder treatment in certain facilities. Graham-Cassidy Bill (Senate Amendment 1030), all provisions related to the repeal of coverage expansions and consumer protections established in the Affordable Care Act.
SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Helping to End Addiction and Lessen Substance Use Disorders Act (HEAL Act) of 2018 (S. 3120), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) 2.0 of 2018 (S. 2456/ H.R. 5311), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
Department of Defense and Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Act, 2019 and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
S.3158 - Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019, all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2019. H.R. 6157 - Department of Defense and Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Act, 2019 and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019, all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2019.
ADA Education and Reform Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
ADA Education and Reform Act (H.R. 620), all provisions that would alter the reasonable accommodation statute of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
National Suicide Hotline Improvement Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
National Suicide Hotline Improvement Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
Medicaid Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program by one year and eight states. Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations.
Medicaid Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services.
Medicaid Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Medicaid Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act (S. 1169/H.R. 2687), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Opioid Emergency Response Act (H.R. 5531), all provisions related to expanding the Medicare eligible workforce to include marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. The IMD CARE Act (H.R. 5797), all provisions related to changing the restriction of Medicaid payment for residential substance use disorder treatment in certain facilities. Graham-Cassidy Bill (Senate Amendment 1030), all provisions related to the repeal of coverage expansions and consumer protections established in the Affordable Care Act.
Mental Health in Schools Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Helping to End Addiction and Lessen Substance Use Disorders Act (HEAL Act) of 2018 (S. 3120), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) 2.0 of 2018 (S. 2456/ H.R. 5311), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
Mental Health in Schools Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R.5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S.2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA 2.0) (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Helping to End Addiction and Lessen Substance Use Disorders Act (HEAL Act) of 2018 (S. 3120), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) 2.0 of 2018 (S. 2456/ H.R. 5311), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R.5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S.2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA 2.0) (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program by one year and eight states. Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations.
Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R.5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S.2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA 2.0) (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Helping to End Addiction and Lessen Substance Use Disorders Act (HEAL Act) of 2018 (S. 3120), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) 2.0 of 2018 (S. 2456/ H.R. 5311), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services.
Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program by one year and eight states. Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations.
Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Medicaid Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act (S. 1169/H.R. 2687), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Opioid Emergency Response Act (H.R. 5531), all provisions related to expanding the Medicare eligible workforce to include marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. The IMD CARE Act (H.R. 5797), all provisions related to changing the restriction of Medicaid payment for residential substance use disorder treatment in certain facilities. Graham-Cassidy Bill (Senate Amendment 1030), all provisions related to the repeal of coverage expansions and consumer protections established in the Affordable Care Act.
Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2017
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Opioid Emergency Response Act (H.R. 5531), all provisions related to expanding the Medicare eligible workforce to include marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors.
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program by one year and eight states. Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations.
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Medicaid Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act (S. 1169/H.R. 2687), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Opioid Emergency Response Act (H.R. 5531), all provisions related to expanding the Medicare eligible workforce to include marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. The IMD CARE Act (H.R. 5797), all provisions related to changing the restriction of Medicaid payment for residential substance use disorder treatment in certain facilities. Graham-Cassidy Bill (Senate Amendment 1030), all provisions related to the repeal of coverage expansions and consumer protections established in the Affordable Care Act.
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services.
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Opioid Emergency Response Act (H.R. 5531), all provisions related to expanding the Medicare eligible workforce to include marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors.
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 824/ H.R. 1767), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid demonstration program. Medicaid Services Investment and Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1839), all provisions related to the extension of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 286/H.R. 945), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 1329), all provisions related to allowing Medicaid coverage for eligible incarcerated individuals to be re-established up to 30 days before their release from jail or prison.
National De-Escalation of Violence and Community Safety Training Act (H.R. 2457), all provisions related to establishing a program allowing eligible entities such as churches, schools, community colleges, or state and local governments to provide de-escalation training to prevent and reduce violence in our communities, including the reauthorization of Mental Health First Aid training grants.
Filing targets: Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2019 · first_quarter · Q1
The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483 (115)), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine.
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 824/ H.R. 1767), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid demonstration program. Medicaid Services Investment and Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1839), all provisions related to the extension of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 286/H.R. 945), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 1329), all provisions related to allowing Medicaid coverage for eligible incarcerated individuals to be re-established up to 30 days before their release from jail or prison.
Senate Appropriations Committee - Draft Fiscal Year 2020 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education (LHHS) funding bill, all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2020. House Appropriations Committee - Draft Fiscal Year 2020 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education (LHHS) funding bill, all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2020. Investing for the People Act of 2019 (H.R.2021), all provisions related to removing limits on defense and non-defense federal expenditures.
Filing targets: Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2018 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Ensuring Access to Quality Sober Living Act (H.R.4684), all provisions relating to the development and dissemination of recovery housing best practices.
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Opioid Emergency Response Act (H.R. 5531), all provisions related to expanding the Medicare eligible workforce to include marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors.
First Step Act (H.R.5682), all provisions relating to providing justice-involved populations with supportive services, including mental health and addiction treatment, and those provisions reauthorizing the Second Chance Act.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2018 · third_quarter · Q3
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Medicaid Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act (S. 1169/H.R. 2687), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Opioid Emergency Response Act (H.R. 5531), all provisions related to expanding the Medicare eligible workforce to include marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. The IMD CARE Act (H.R. 5797), all provisions related to changing the restriction of Medicaid payment for residential substance use disorder treatment in certain facilities. Graham-Cassidy Bill (Senate Amendment 1030), all provisions related to the repeal of coverage expansions and consumer protections established in the Affordable Care Act.
Ensuring Access to Quality Sober Living Act (H.R.4684), all provisions relating to the development and dissemination of recovery housing best practices.
S.3158 - Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019, all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2019. H.R. 6157 - Department of Defense and Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Act, 2019 and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019, all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2019.
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2018 (H.R.6597), all provisions related to establishing a loan repayment program for mental health care providers in designated high-needs communities. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders and behavioral health providers operations. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), all provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine and buprenorphine prescribing patient caps. Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. National Suicide Prevention Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (S. 1015/H.R. 2345), all provisions relating to the creation of three-digit code to assist individual experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2018 · second_quarter · Q2
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R. 5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. The Special Registration for Telemedicine Clarification Act (H.R. 5483), all provisions related to establishing a special registration process with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for certain providers that wish to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine. The Improving Access to Remote Behavioral Health Treatment Act of 2018 (H.R. 5594), all provision related to permitting community behavioral health care providers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics to prescribe medications via telemedicine. Helping to End Addiction and Lessen Substance Use Disorders Act (HEAL Act) of 2018 (S. 3120), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act or the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680), all provisions related to the expansion and/or enhancement of education, prevention, treatment and recovery supports services for substance use disorders. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R. 3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S. 2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Substance Abuse Prevention Act (S. 2789), all provisions relating to drug policy grant programs, including those administered by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Department of Justice. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) 2.0 of 2018 (S. 2456/ H.R. 5311), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
S.3158 - Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019, all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2019. House Appropriations Subcommittee - Draft Fiscal Year 2019 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education (LHHS) funding bill, all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2019. Balanced Budget Amendment H.J. Res. 2, all provisions relating to limiting annual expenditures to annual revenue.
Ensuring Access to Quality Sober Living Act (H.R.4684), all provisions relating to the development and dissemination of recovery housing best practices.
Charitable Giving Tax Deduction Act (H.R. 5771), all provisions related to incentivizing charitable giving.
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program. Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2018 · first_quarter · Q1
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program by one year and eight states. Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032), all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192), all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005), all provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations.
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2017 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S.1453) All provisions related to adding addictions treatment facilities to the National Health Service Corps list of eligible sites for loan forgiveness, providing an incentive to providers who seek jobs at these facilities in underserved communities. The Second Chance Reauthorization Act of 2017 (H.R. 2899), all provisions related to supporting state and local reentry programs to reduce relapse and provides people leaving prison with post-release supportive services, including mental health and addiction treatment. Training the Next Generation of Primary Care Doctors Act of 2017 (H.R. 3394), all provisions related to reauthorizing the Teaching Health Center Graduate Medical Education (THCGME) Program for three more years.
House Budget Resolution for FY 2018 (House Appropriations Committee resolution), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2018 including Mental Health First Aid, Primary and Behavioral Health Care Integration grant program, the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act and the 21st Century Cures Act. Senate Budget Resolution for FY 2018 (Senate resolution) all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2018 including Mental Health First Aid, Primary and Behavioral Health Care Integration grant program, the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act and the 21st Century Cures Act.
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2017 · third_quarter · Q3
House Budget Resolution for FY 2018 (House Appropriations Committee resolution), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2018 including Mental Health First Aid, Primary and Behavioral Health Care Integration grant program, the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act and the 21st Century Cures Act. Senate Budget Resolution for FY 2018 (Senate resolution) all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2018 including Mental Health First Aid, Primary and Behavioral Health Care Integration grant program, the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act and the 21st Century Cures Act.
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program by one year and eight states. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032) all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192) all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Breaking Addiction Act (H.R. 2239), all provisions related to allowing state Medicaid programs to cover residential addiction treatment in facilities of 16 or more beds.
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2017 · second_quarter · Q2
American Health Care Act (H.R. 1628), all provisions related to the repeal and replacement of the Affordable Care Act, restructuring the Medicaid program into a block grant or per capita cap system and the elimination of required insurance coverage services like mental health and substance use. Better Care Reconciliation Act (Senate discussion draft), all provisions related to the repeal and replacement of the Affordable Care Act, restructuring the Medicaid program into a block grant or per capita cap system and the elimination of required insurance coverage services like mental health and substance use. Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S.1453) All provisions related to adding addictions treatment facilities to the National Health Service Corps list of eligible sites for loan forgiveness, providing an incentive to providers who seek jobs at these facilities in underserved communities. The Second Chance Reauthorization Act of 2017 (H.R. 2899), all provisions related to supporting state and local reentry programs to reduce relapse and provides people leaving prison with post-release supportive services, including mental health and addiction treatment.
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2017 · first_quarter · Q1
American Health Care Act (H.R. 1628), all provisions related to the repeal and replacement of the Affordable Care Act, restructuring the Medicaid program into a block grant or per capita cap system and the elimination of required insurance coverage services like mental health and substance use.
House Continuing Budget Resolution for FY 2017 (H.R. 2028), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2017 including Mental Health First Aid, the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act and the 21st Century Cures Act.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2016 · fourth_quarter · Q4
House Budget Resolution for FY 2017 (H. CON. RES. 125), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2017.
Mental Health First Aid Act of 2015 (S. 711/H.R.1877), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (S. 524/Conference Committee Report), all provisions related to a series of resources and incentives to help states and local governments expand drug treatment, prevention and recovery efforts. Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act (H.R. 2646), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance abuse treatment services reform, including the expansion of the Excellence in Mental Health Act and the Behavioral Health IT Act. Including Families in Mental Health Recovery Act (H.R. 2690), all provisions related to the codification of misunderstood guidance regarding the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Mental Health and Safe Communities Act (S. 2002), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment services reform, including efforts to address comprehensive criminal justice reforms. Mental Health Awareness and Improvement Act (S. 1893), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment services reform, including the expansion of mental health and addiction awareness training programs, like Mental Health First Aid. Mental Health Reform Act (S. 2608), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment reform, including expansion of prevention and intervention services for young individuals. 21st Century Cures Act (H.R.34), all provisions related to health innovation and investment legislation, including the creation of grants to states to combat the nations opioid epidemic.
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2016 · third_quarter · Q3
Expand Excellence in Mental Health Act (S. 2525/ H.R. 4567), all provisions related to expanding the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program to include all 24 planning grant states. The Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1830/ H.R. 2759) all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicare Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act (S.2605) all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. The Craig Thomas Rural Hospital and Provider Equity Act (R-HoPE) (S.3545) all provisions related to expanding access to health care services in rural communities including allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services.
House Budget Resolution for FY 2017 (H. CON. RES. 125), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2017.
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2016 · second_quarter · Q2
Mental Health First Aid Act of 2015 (S. 711/H.R.1877), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (S. 524/Conference Committee Report), all provisions related to a series of resources and incentives to help states and local governments expand drug treatment, prevention and recovery efforts. Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act (H.R. 2646), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance abuse treatment services reform, including the expansion of the Excellence in Mental Health Act and the Behavioral Health IT Act. Including Families in Mental Health Recovery Act (H.R. 2690), all provisions related to the codification of misunderstood guidance regarding the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Mental Health and Safe Communities Act (S. 2002), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment services reform, including efforts to address comprehensive criminal justice reforms. Mental Health Awareness and Improvement Act (S. 1893), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment services reform, including the expansion of mental health and addiction awareness training programs, like Mental Health First Aid. Improving Treatment for Pregnant and Postpartum Women Act of 2015 (S. 2226), all provisions related to providing substance use treatment services for pregnant and postpartum women. Mental Health Reform Act (S. 2608), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment reform, including expansion of prevention and intervention services for young individuals. Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1588/H.R.1211), all provisions related to legislation that builds on successful, evidenced-based, youth-focused programs within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
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2016 · first_quarter · 1A
Protecting Workplace Advancement and Opportunity Act (S. 2707/H.R.4773) all provisions related to nullifying the Department of Labors proposed rule raising the salary threshold for overtime pay and conduct a full economic impact assessment before issuing a new rule.
Senate Budget Resolution FY 2016 (S.Con.Res.11), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2016 House Budget Resolution FY 2016 (H. Con. Res. 27), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2016. The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 (H.R. 1314), all provisions related to federal funding caps for Fiscal Years 2016 and 2017.
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2016 · first_quarter · Q1
Mental Health First Aid Act of 2015 (S. 711/H.R.1877), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (S. 524/H.R. 953), all provisions related to a series of resources and incentives to help states and local governments expand drug treatment, prevention and recovery efforts. Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act (H.R. 2646), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance abuse treatment services reform, including the expansion of the Excellence in Mental Health Act and the Behavioral Health IT Act. Including Families in Mental Health Recovery Act (H.R. 2690), all provisions related to the codification of misunderstood guidance regarding the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Mental Health and Safe Communities Act (S. 2002), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment services reform, including efforts to address comprehensive criminal justice reforms. Mental Health Reform Act (S. 1945), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment reform, including expansion of prevention and intervention services for young individuals. Mental Health Awareness and Improvement Act (S. 1893), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment services reform, including the expansion of mental health and addiction awareness training programs, like Mental Health First Aid. Improving Treatment for Pregnant and Postpartum Women Act of 2015 (S. 2226), all provisions related to providing substance use treatment services for pregnant and postpartum women. Mental Health Reform Act (S. 2608), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment reform, including expansion of prevention and intervention services for young individuals.
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2015 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Second Chance Reauthorization Act (S. 1513), all provisions related to extending federal initiatives for prisoner reintegration, substance use treatment and diversion efforts for an additional five years to include demonstration grants, mentoring, substance abuse and family-based programming. Record Expungement Designed to Enhance Employment (REDEEM) Act of 2015 (S. 675/H.R.), all provisions related to eliminating barriers that prevent qualified, suitable individuals from obtaining stable work to support themselves and their families while contributing to their communities and the economy. The Comprehensive Justice and Mental Health Act (CJMHA) (S. 993/H.R.1854), all provisions related to comprehensive reform of the criminal justice and mental health treatment systems, including mental health courts and crisis intervention teams; treatment court programs; peer to peer services; broader training for law enforcement officials and first responders; and greater focus on prison and jail-based programs. The Youth Prison Reduction through Opportunities, Mentoring, Intervention, Support and Education (PROMISE) Act (S. 1770), provisions related to mental health awareness trainings in schools and communities.
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2015 · third_quarter · Q3
Senate Budget Resolution FY 2016 (S.Con.Res.11), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2016 House Budget Resolution FY 2016 (H. Con. Res. 27), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2016.
Second Chance Reauthorization Act (S. 1513), all provisions related to extending federal initiatives for prisoner reintegration, substance use treatment and diversion efforts for an additional five years to include demonstration grants, mentoring, substance abuse and family-based programming. Record Expungement Designed to Enhance Employment (REDEEM) Act of 2015 (S. 675/H.R.), all provisions related to eliminating barriers that prevent qualified, suitable individuals from obtaining stable work to support themselves and their families while contributing to their communities and the economy. The Comprehensive Justice and Mental Health Act (CJMHA) (S. 993/H.R.1854), all provisions related to comprehensive reform of the criminal justice and mental health treatment systems, including mental health courts and crisis intervention teams; treatment court programs; peer to peer services; broader training for law enforcement officials and first responders; and greater focus on prison and jail-based programs.
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2015 · second_quarter · Q2
Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization (H.R. 2), all provisions related to the repeal of the Medicare physician payment formula (sustainable growth rate) and the extension of CHIP funding through fiscal year 2017 and the extension of the 23 percent fiscal 2016 CHIP match increased authorized under the Affordable Care Act. Medicare Formulary Improvement Act (S. 648), all provisions related to the codification of an open access requirement requiring Medicare Part D formularies to cover all or substantially all drugs within six classes. The Breaking Addiction Act (H.R. 1988), all provisions related to the approval of state applications for Medicaid 1115 waivers to cover services in certain residential settings, including expanding Americans access to care by allowing states to pay for residential substance use care in facilities of 60 or fewer beds.
Second Chance Reauthorization Act (S. 1513), all provisions related to extending federal initiatives for prisoner reintegration, substance use treatment and diversion efforts for an additional five years to include demonstration grants, mentoring, substance abuse and family-based programming. Record Expungement Designed to Enhance Employment (REDEEM) Act of 2015 (S. 675/H.R.), all provisions related to eliminating barriers that prevent qualified, suitable individuals from obtaining stable work to support themselves and their families while contributing to their communities and the economy. The Comprehensive Justice and Mental Health Act (CJMHA) (S. 993/H.R.1854), all provisions related to comprehensive reform of the criminal justice and mental health treatment systems, including mental health courts and crisis intervention teams; treatment court programs; peer to peer services; broader training for law enforcement officials and first responders; and greater focus on prison and jail-based programs.
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2015 · first_quarter · Q1
Second Chance Reauthorization Act (S. 1690), all provisions related to extending federal initiatives for prisoner reintegration, substance use treatment and diversion efforts for an additional five years to include demonstration grants, mentoring, substance abuse and family-based programming. Recidivism Reduction and Public Safety Act of 2014 (S. 1675), all provisions related to amending the federal criminal code to direct the Bureau of Prisons to offer evidence-based recidivism reduction programs to prisoners who have been assessed to need to participate in such programs. Record Expungement Designed to Enhance Employment (REDEEM) Act of 2015 (S. 675/H.R.), all provisions related to eliminating barriers that prevent qualified, suitable individuals from obtaining stable work to support themselves and their families while contributing to their communities and the economy.
Mental Health First Aid Act of 2015 (S. 711), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (S. 524/H.R. 953), all provisions related to a series of resources and incentives to help states and local governments expand drug treatment, prevention and recovery efforts. Opioid Overdose Reduction Act of 2014 (S. 707), all provisions related to exempting from liability for harm caused by the emergency administration of an opioid overdose drug. Increasing the Safety of Prescription Drug Use Act (S.636), all provisions related to increasing patients access to prevention services and treatment; strengthening prescription drug monitoring programs; strengthening training for medical professionals; and authorizing new grant programs to increase patient assessment and referral for potential drug abuse. American Liberty Restoration Act (S. 203), all provisions related to the repeal of provisions in the Affordable Care Act requiring individuals to have health insurance. Known as the individual mandate, the requirement went into effect in 2014, with this tax season being the first some will have to pay a fine for remaining uninsured. Save American Workers Act of 2015 (H.R. 30), all provisions related to amending the defined work week from 30 hours of service a week to 40 hours of service a week. Senate Budget Resolution FY 2016 (S.Con.Res.11), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2016 House Budget Resolution FY 2016 (H. Con. Res. 27), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2016.
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2014 · fourth_quarter · Q4
CHIP Extension Act of 2014 (S. 2461) all provisions related to the extension of CHIP funding through fiscal year 2017 and the extension of the 23 percent fiscal 2016 CHIP match increased authorized under the Affordable Care Act. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3662/S. 562) all provisions related to expanding Medicare coverage for mental health services of marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors services. Ensuring Enhanced Access to Primary Care Act (S.3007) all provisions related to extending the Affordable Care Acts Medicaid primary care pay bump to psychiatrists as well as increase the number of eligible providers.
Second Chance Reauthorization Act (S. 1690) all provisions related to extending federal initiatives for prisoner reintegration, substance use treatment and diversion efforts for an additional five years to include demonstration grants, mentoring, substance abuse and family-based programming. Recidivism Reduction and Public Safety Act of 2014 (S. 1675), all provisions related to amending the federal criminal code to direct the Bureau of Prisons to offer evidence-based recidivism reduction programs to prisoners who have been assessed to need to participate in such programs.
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2014 · third_quarter · Q3
Second Chance Reauthorization Act (S. 1690) all provisions related to extending federal initiatives for prisoner reintegration, substance use treatment and diversion efforts for an additional five years to include demonstration grants, mentoring, substance abuse and family-based programming. Recidivism Reduction and Public Safety Act of 2014 (S. 1675), all provisions related to amending the federal criminal code to direct the Bureau of Prisons to offer evidence-based recidivism reduction programs to prisoners who have been assessed to need to participate in such programs.
CHIP Extension Act of 2014 (S. 2461) all provisions related to the extension of CHIP funding through fiscal year 2017 and the extension of the 23 percent fiscal 2016 CHIP match increased authorized under the Affordable Care Act. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3662/S. 562) all provisions related to expanding Medicare coverage for mental health services of marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors services.
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2014 · second_quarter · Q2
Mental Health First Aid Act of 2013 (S. 153/H.R. 274), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crisesBehavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1517/S. 1685/H.R. 2957), all provisions related to expanding federal incentive payments for the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records to behavioral health providers and facilities Recidivism Reduction and Public Safety Act of 2014 (S. 1675), all provisions related to amending the federal criminal code to direct the Bureau of Prisons to offer evidence-based recidivism reduction programs to prisoners who have been assessed to need to participate in such programs. Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act of 2013 (H.R. 3717), all provisions related to authorizing healthcare providers to bill Medicaid for mental health and primary care services provided to the same patient on the same day, the reauthorization of the Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Act, the reauthorization of MIOTCRA, enactment of a demonstration program based on the Excellence in Mental Health Act, and strengthening the six protected classes language in Medicare Part D. Strengthening Mental Health in Our Communities Act of 2014 (H.R. 4574), all provisions related to the inclusion of the Mental Health First Aid Act, the reauthorization of important Justice Department initiatives as well as critical SAMHSA programs including the National Suicide Prevention Hotline [1-800-273-TALK], the Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Act suicide prevention programs and the Primary Care Behavioral Health Integration Grants. Caring for Americas Heroes Act (S.2276/H.R. 4656), all provisions related to eliminating the limit on the number of days each year impatient mental health services may be provided to military dependents under the Department of Defense TRICARE program. Caring for Military Children with Developmental Disabilities Act of 2014 (H.R. 4630/S. 2333), all provisions related to including in the treatment of military dependents' developmental disabilities under the Department of Defense TRICARE program behavioral health treatment, including applied behavior analysis, that is prescribed by a physician or psychologist. Craig Thomas Rural Hospital and Provider Equity Act of 2014 (S. 2359), all provisions related to ensuring that residents of rural and frontier communities should have access to affordable, quality health care. Restoring Veterans Trust Act of 2014 (S. 2413), all provisions related to including a new project, the Community Mental Health Partnership Pilot Program, which would connect medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs with surrounding community mental health and substance use treatment providers to increase access to services, improve health outcomes, and ensure veterans receive behavioral healthcare that meets the minimum clinical mental health guidelines endorsed by the Veterans Health Administration. H. Res. 572, all provisions related to expressing support for designation of the first full week of May as "National Mental Health No Stigma Week". Opioid Overdose Reduction Act of 2014 (S. 2092/H.R. 4288), all provisions related to exempting from liability for harm caused by the emergency administration of an opioid overdose drug.
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2014 · first_quarter · Q1
Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 (H.R. 3547), all provisions related to reducing the impact of the sequestration cuts and sparing healthcare programs from major reductions.
Excellence in Mental Health Act (S. 264/H.R. 1263), all provisions related to expanding access to mental health and addictions care by supporting FQCBHCs in treating all individuals regardless of their ability to pay, with a comprehensive array of outpatient behavioral health servicesMental Health First Aid Act of 2013 (S. 153/H.R. 274), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1517/S. 1685/H.R. 2957), all provisions related to expanding federal incentive payments for the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records to behavioral health providers and facilities Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2013 (H.R. 3662/S. 562), all provisions related to amending title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to cover marriage and family therapist services and mental health counselor services under Medicare part B (Supplementary Medical Insurance), particularly those provided in rural health clinics, federally qualified health centers, and in hospice programs. Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Act of 2013 (H.R. 401/S. 162), all provisions related to amending the Mentally Ill Offender Treatment and Crime Reduction Act of 2004 to expand the assistance provided under this Act and reauthorize appropriations for FY2015-FY2019. Better Care, Lower Cost Act (S. 1932/H.R. 3890), all provisions related to establishing an integrated chronic care delivery program that promotes accountability and better care management for chronically ill patient populations and coordinates items and services under Medicare parts A, B, and D while encouraging investment in infrastructure and redesigned care processes that result in high quality and efficient service delivery for the most vulnerable and costly populations. Suicide Prevention Research Innovation Act (S. 2035/H.R. 4075), all provisions related to providing funding to the National Institute of Mental Health to support suicide prevention and brain research, including funding for the Brain Research Through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies (BRAIN) Initiative. Recidivism Reduction and Public Safety Act of 2014 (S. 1675), all provisions related to amending the federal criminal code to direct the Bureau of Prisons to offer evidence-based recidivism reduction programs to prisoners who have been assessed to need to participate in such programs. Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act of 2013 (H.R. 3717), all provisions related to authorizing healthcare providers to bill Medicaid for mental health and primary care services provided to the same patient on the same day, the reauthorization of the Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Act, the reauthorization of MIOTCRA, enactment of a demonstration program based on the Excellence in Mental Health Act, and strengthening the six protected classes language in Medicare Part D.
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2013 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Excellence in Mental Health Act (S.264/H.R. 1263), all provisions related to expanding access to mental health and addictions care by supporting FQCBHCs in treating all individuals regardless of their ability to pay, with a comprehensive array of outpatient behavioral health servicesMental Health First Aid Act of 2013 (S. 153/H.R. 274), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1517/H.R. 2957), all provisions related to expanding federal incentive payments for the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records to behavioral health providers and facilities Protect Patients Act (H.R. 3128), all provisions related to amending title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to subject to civil monetary penalties any psychiatric hospitals or psychiatric units determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services not to have in place a discharge planning process meeting certain requirements. The Behavioral Health IT Coordination Act (S. 1685), all provisions related to adding psychiatric hospitals, mental health treatment facilities, and substance abuse treatment facilities to the types of entities that may receive incentive payments for meaningful use of electronic health records. Second Chance Reauthorization Act of 2013 (S. 1690/H.R. 3465), all provisions related to revising and expanding requirements for the grant program for adult and juvenile offender state and local reentry demonstration projects and to extend the authorization for appropriations for such program through FY2018. Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act of 2013 (H.R. 3717), all provisions related to identifying and implementing policy changes and other trends likely to have the most significant impact on mental health services; collecting information from grantees; and evaluating and disseminating to such grantees evidence-based practices and services delivery models, using the best available science shown to reduce program expenditures while enhancing the quality of care furnished to individuals by other such grantees. Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2013 (H.R. 3662), all provisions related to amending title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to cover marriage and family therapist services and mental health counselor services under Medicare part B (Supplementary Medical Insurance), particularly those provided in rural health clinics, federally qualified health centers, and in hospice programs.
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2013 · third_quarter · Q3
Excellence in Mental Health Act (S.264/H.R. 1263), all provisions related to expanding access to mental health and addictions care by supporting FQCBHCs in treating all individuals regardless of their ability to pay, with a comprehensive array of outpatient behavioral health servicesMental Health First Aid Act of 2013 (S. 153/H.R. 274), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises Mental Health Awareness and Improvement Act of 2013 (S.689), all provisions related to encouraging the development of school-wide prevention programs including positive behavioral interventions to create positive conditions for learning in schools, as well as identification of students in need of support. Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1517/H.R. 2957), all provisions related to expanding federal incentive payments for the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records to behavioral health providers and facilities Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Act Reauthorization of 2013 (S. 116/H.R. 2734), all provisions related to amending the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize and revise a research, training, and technical assistance resource center to prevent suicides (the Suicide Prevention Resource Center), expanding the program's focus from youth suicides to suicides among all ages, and repealing authority for grants to establish research, training, and technical assistance centers related to mental health, substance abuse and the justice system. Recidivism Reduction Act (H.R. 3123), all provisions related to ensuring prompt access to Supplemental Security Income, Social Security disability, and Medicaid benefits for persons released from certain public institutions.
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2013 · second_quarter · Q2
Stabilize Medicaid and CHIP Coverage Act (H.R. 1698), all provisions related to amending title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act (SSA) to require a state Medicaid plan to provide 12-month continuous enrollment for an eligible individual, regardless of age and amending SSA title XXI (State Children's Health Insurance) (CHIP) to require a state CHIP plan also to provide 12-month continuous enrollment for an eligible individual.Medicare Mental Health Access Act (S.1064/H.R. 794), all provisions related to amending title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to treat as a physician, for Medicare purposes, a clinical psychologist acting within the scope of a psychologist's license (or other state law authorization), but only with respect to the furnishing of clinical psychologists services which the psychologist is legally authorized to perform by the state.
Excellence in Mental Health Act (S.264/H.R. 1263), all provisions related to expanding access to mental health and addictions care by supporting FQCBHCs in treating all individuals regardless of their ability to pay, with a comprehensive array of outpatient behavioral health servicesMental Health in Schools Act (S. 195/H.R. 628), all provisions related to revising community children and violence program to assist local communities and schools in applying a public health approach to mental health services Mental Health First Aid Act of 2013 (S. 153/H.R. 274), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises Mental Health Awareness and Improvement Act of 2013 (S.689), all provisions related to encouraging the development of school-wide prevention programs including positive behavioral interventions to create positive conditions for learning in schools, as well as identification of students in need of support.
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2013 · first_quarter · Q1
Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act of 2013 (H.R. 933), all provisions related to making consolidated appropriations and further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2013, and for other purposes.
Excellence in Mental Health Act (S.264/H.R. 1263), all provisions related to expanding access to mental health and addictions care by supporting FQCBHCs in treating all individuals regardless of their ability to pay, with a comprehensive array of outpatient behavioral health servicesMental Health in Schools Act (S. 195/H.R. 628), all provisions related to revising community children and violence program to assist local communities and schools in applying a public health approach to mental health services Mental Health First Aid Act of 2013 (S. 153/H.R. 274), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Act of 2013 (S. 162/H.R. 401), all provisions related to amending the Mentally Ill Offender Treatment and Crime Reduction Act of 2004 to expand the assistance provided under such Act, and reauthorize appropriations for FY2015-FY2019. Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Act Reauthorization of 2013 (S. 116), all provisions related to amending the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize and revise a research, training, and technical assistance resource center to prevent suicides (the Suicide Prevention Resource Center), expanding the program's focus from youth suicides to suicides among all ages, and repealing authority for grants to establish research, training, and technical assistance centers related to mental health, substance abuse and the justice system. Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act of 2013 (S. 348/H.R. 672), all provisions related to amending the Public Health Service Act to direct the Administrator of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to award grants to states and nonprofit entities for consumer education about opioid abuse, including methadone abuse. NICS Reporting Improvement Act of 2013 (S. 480), all provisions related to improving the effectiveness of the National Instant Criminal Background Check System by clarifying reporting requirements related to adjudications of mental incompetency, and for other purposes.
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2012 · fourth_quarter · Q4
American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (H.R. 8), all provisions related to extending certain tax relief provisions enacted in 2001 and 2003, and to provide for expedited consideration of a bill providing for comprehensive tax reform, and for other purposes. H.R. 6692, all provisions related to amending the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 to exempt the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) from sequestration.
Excellence in Mental Health Act (S. 2257/H.R. 5989), all provisions related to expanding access to mental health and addictions care by supporting FQCBHCs in treating all individuals regardless of their ability to pay, with a comprehensive array of outpatient behavioral health services Mental Health in Schools Act of 2011 (H.R. 751), all provisions related to revising community children and violence program to assist local communities and schools in applying a public health approach to mental health services Mental Health First Aid Higher Education Act of 2012 (S. 3325/H.R. 5996), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 539/H.R. 6043), all provisions related to expanding federal incentive payments for the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records to behavioral health providers and facilities
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2012 · third_quarter · Q3
Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act (S. 3295), all provisions related to making appropriations for FY2013 for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and related agencies Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2013 (H.J. Res. 117), all provisions related to making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2013 and providing for consideration to amend the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 to replace the sequester established by the Budget Control Act of 2011.
Excellence in Mental Health Act (S. 2257/H.R. 5989), all provisions related to expanding access to mental health and addictions care by supporting FQCBHCs in treating all individuals regardless of their ability to pay, with a comprehensive array of outpatient behavioral health services Mental Health in Schools Act of 2011 (H.R. 751), all provisions related to revising community children and violence program to assist local communities and schools in applying a public health approach to mental health services Mental Health First Aid Higher Education Act of 2012 (S. 3325/H.R. 5996), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 539/H.R. 6043), all provisions related to expanding federal incentive payments for the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records to behavioral health providers and facilities Childrens Mental Health Accessibility Act of 2012 (S. 3289), all provisions related to expanding Medicaid 1915(c) waiver and removing mentally retarded from statute Repeal of Obamacare Act (H.R. 6079), all provisions related to repealing the health care provisions of the Health Care and Education and Reconciliation Act of 2010, effective as of the Act's enactment and restoring provisions of law amended by the Act's health care provisions. Recidivism Reduction Act (H.R. 6256), all provisions related to amending title XVI (Supplemental Security Income for Aged, Blind, and Disabled) of the Social Security Act to require the reinstatement upon release of an otherwise eligible disabled inmate for SSI benefits which were terminated because of the inmate's incarceration in a jail, prison, penal institution, or correctional facility for a period of 12 or more consecutive months.
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2012 · second_quarter · Q2
Medicaid Accountability and Care Act of 2012 (H.R. 5979), all provisions related to revising payments to states under the Medicaid program, including granting an option to receive Medicare payments for full-benefit dual eligible individuals
Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act (S. 3295), all provisions related to making appropriations for FY2013 for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and related agencies Interest Rate Reduction Act (H.R. 4628), all provisions related to amending the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to repeal provisions establishing and appropriating funds to the Prevention and Public Health Fund A Resolution establishing the budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2013 and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2014 through 2022 (H.Con.Res.112), all provisions related to converting Medicaid to a block grant and reducing federal funding for Medicaid
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2012 · first_quarter · Q1
State Flexibility Act (H.R. 1683/S. 868), all provisions related to repealing the Affordable Care Acts maintenance of effort (MOE) requirement, allowing states to cut back on Medicaid enrollment
Excellence in Mental Health Act (S. 2257), all provisions related to expanding access to mental health and addictions care by supporting FQCBHCs in treating all individuals regardless of their ability to pay, with a comprehensive array of outpatient behavioral health services Community-Based Mental Health Infrastructure Improvements Act (S. 2256), all provisions related to amending the Public Health Service Act to provide grants for community-based mental health infrastructure improvement Health Information Technology Extension for Behavioral Health Services Act (S. 539), all provisions related to expanding federal incentive payments for the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records to behavioral health providers and facilities
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2011 · fourth_quarter · 4A
Health Information Technology Extension for Behavioral Health Services Act (S. 539), all provisions related to expanding federal incentive payments for the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records to behavioral health providers and facilities
Consolidated Appropriations Act (H.R. 2055), all provisions related to making appropriations for most federal government operations for the remainder of FY2012 Temporary Payroll Tax Cut Continuation Act of 2011 (H.R. 3765), all provisions related to extending the payroll tax holiday, unemployment compensation, and Medicare physician payment Common Sense Deficit Reduction Act of 2011 (H.R. 3243), all provisions related to eliminating certain health entitlement programs and reducing the deficit Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act (H.R. 3070), all provisions related to making appropriations for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2012. A Joint Resolution Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Relative to Balancing the Budget (S.J. Res 10), all provisions related to imposing a global spending cap on safety-net programs such as Medicaid
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2011 · third_quarter · Q3
Proposing a Balanced Budget Amendment to the Constitution of the United States (H.J. Res 1/H.J. Res 2), all provisions related to imposing a global spending cap on safety-net programs such as Medicaid A Joint Resolution Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of the United States Relative to Balancing the Budget (S.J. Res 23), all provisions related to imposing a global spending cap on safety-net programs such as Medicaid Budget Control Act of 2011 (H.R. 2693), all provisions related to imposing a global spending cap on discretionary spending for the next 10 fiscal years
State Flexibility Act (H.R. 1683/S. 868), all provisions related to repealing the Affordable Care Acts maintenance of effort (MOE) requirement, allowing states to cut back on Medicaid enrollment
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2011 · second_quarter · Q2
Behavioral Health Information Technology Act of 2011 (S. 539), all provisions related to expanding federal incentive payments for the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records to behavioral health providers and facilities. A Bill to repeal the Prevention and Public Health Fund (HR 1217), all provisions related to repealing funding for the Prevention and Public Health Fund enacted under the Affordable Care Act of 2010 Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Act Reauthorization of 2011 (S 740), all provisions related to providing support to states, territories, and institutions of higher education for the implementation of strategies for youth suicide prevention A Bill to repeal mandatory funding provided to States in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to establish American Health Benefit Exchanges (HR 1213), all provisions related to repealing such funds A Bill to repeal mandatory funding for school-based health center construction (HR 1214), all provisions related to repealing such funds
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2011 · first_quarter · Q1
A Resolution to Reduce Spending through a Transition to Non-security Spending at Fiscal Year 2008 Levels (H. Res. 38), all provisions related to reducing federal non-defense discretionary spending Further Continuing Appropriations Amendments, 2011 (H. J. Res 44), all provisions related to funding for the budget for agencies and/or programs related to mental health and addiction services Additional Continuing Appropriations Amendments, 2011 (H. J. Res 48), all provisions related to funding for the budget for agencies and/or programs related to mental health and addiction services Commitment to American Prosperity Act of 2011 (S. 245), all provisions related to imposing a global cap on federal discretionary spending
Repealing the Job-Killing Health Care Law Act (HR 2), all provisions related to repealing the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 and the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 Health Information Technology Extension for Behavioral Health Services Act (S. 539), all provisions related to expanding federal incentive payments for the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records to behavioral health providers and facilities.
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2010 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Frank Melville Supportive Housing Investment Act of 2010 (S. 1481), all provisions related to expanding the supply of supportive housing to persons with disabilities through several measures including capital advances and contracts for project rental assistance.
Physician Payment and Therapy Relief Act of 2010 (HR 5712), all provisions related to forestalling for one month a 23% cut to Medicare reimbursement rates that otherwise would have gone into effect on Dec. 1, 2010.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2011 (H.R. 5850/S. 3644), all provisions related to funding for McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Grants, HUD-VA Supportive Housing (VASH) vouchers, the Housing and Services for Homeless Persons Demonstration, the Public Housing Operating Fund, and the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) program. Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2011 (S. 3686), all provisions related to the budget for agencies and/or programs related to mental health and addiction services. Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2011 (S. 3636), all provisions related to funding for drug courts and mental health courts. A bill to extend the deadline for Social Services Block Grant expenditures of supplemental funds appropriated following disasters occurring in 2008 (S. 3774), all provisions related to extending the expenditures deadline to Sept. 30, 2012.
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2010 · third_quarter · Q3
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2011 (H.R. 5850/S. 3644), all provisions related to funding for McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Grants, HUD-VA Supportive Housing (VASH) vouchers, the Housing and Services for Homeless Persons Demonstration, the Public Housing Operating Fund, and the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) program. Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2011 (S. 3686), all provisions related to the budget for agencies and/or programs related to mental health and addiction services. Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2011 (S. 3636), all provisions related to funding for drug courts and mental health courts. A bill to extend the deadline for Social Services Block Grant expenditures of supplemental funds appropriated following disasters occurring in 2008 (S. 3774), all provisions related to extending the expenditures deadline to Sept. 30, 2012.
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2010 · second_quarter · Q2
Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2009 (S. 1963), all provisions related to establishing a program to provide peer outreach and support services, readjustment counseling, and other mental health services to veterans of the Iraq war and their families. Supporting Uniformed Personnel by Providing Oversight and Relevant Treatment for Substance Use Disorders Act (SUPPORT Act) (H.R. 3420/S. 459), all provisions related to creating a plan for the improvement and enhancement of substance use disorder programs and activities for members or the armed forces and their dependent family members.
Criminal Justice Reinvestment Act of 2009 (HR 4080/S 2772), all provisions related to assisting states with slowing their jail and prison population growth and reducing corrections expenditures. Juvenile Crime Reduction Act (H.R. 1931), all provisions related to improving the treatment of juveniles with mental health or substance use disorders.
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2010 · first_quarter · Q1
Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2009 (S. 1963), all provisions related to establishing a program to provide peer outreach and support services, readjustment counseling, and other mental health services to veterans of the Iraq war and their families.
The Frank Melville Supportive Housing Investment Act of 2009 (HR 1675), all provisions relating to amending section 811 of the Cranston-Gonzales National Affordable Housing Act (42 U.S.C 8013) to expand the supply of supportive housing to persons with disabilities through several measures including capital advances and contracts for project rental assistance.
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2009 · fourth_quarter · 4A
Community Mental Health Services Improvement Act (HR 1011/S 1188), all provisions of bill relating to community mental health services improvement Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act (HR 1721/ S 697), all provisions relating to the creation of a new national insurance program for adults seeking access to long-term services and supports if they became functionally disabled. Americas Healthy Future Act, all provisions related to the coverage of mental health and substance use disorder services and health information technology investments. Affordable Access to Prescription Medications Act (HR 3799), all provisions relating to placing a cap on out-of-pocket spending on prescription medications and restricting the practice of imposing co-insurance policies that disproportionately affect people with severe chronic illnesses. Affordable Health Care for America Act (HR 3962), all provisions related to the coverage of mental health and substance use disorder services and health information technology investments ENHANCED Act (S 1857/HR 4204), all provisions related to establishing national centers of excellence for the treatment of depression and bipolar disorder and the development of evidence-based treatment standards and clinical guidelines for improving the detection of depression and bipolar disorder. Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (HR 3590), all provisions related to the coverage of mental health and substance use disorder services and health information technology investments. Rural Telemedicine Enhancing Community Health (TECH) Act of 2009 (S. 2749), all provisions related to establishing pilot projects in rural and underserved areas of the country to provide telehealth services and analyze their cost-effectiveness and clinical outcomes. Mental Health in Schools Act of 2009 (H.R. 2531), all provisions related to providing grant funding for licensed mental health professionals to work with students with mental disorders.
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2009 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2009 (S. 1963), all provisions related to establishing a program to provide peer outreach and support services, readjustment counseling, and other mental health services to veterans of the Iraq war and their families.
FY 2010 Omnibus Budget Bill (HR 3288), all provisions related to the budget for agencies and/or programs related to mental health and addiction services. Making appropriations for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and for other purposes (HR 3293), all provisions related to the budget for agencies and/or programs related to mental health and addiction services. Making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and for other purposes (HR 2847), all provisions related to appropriations for the Second Chance Act, the Mentally Ill Offender Treatment Act, drug courts, state prison substance abuse treatment programs, and extending the increase in the federal medical assistance percentage to June 30, 2011.
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2009 · third_quarter · Q3
Community Mental Health Services Improvement Act (HR 1011/S 1188), all provisions of bill relating to community mental health services improvement Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act (HR 1721/ S 697), all provisions relating to the creation of a new national insurance program for adults seeking access to long-term services and supports if they became functionally disabled. Affordable Health Choices Act, all provisions related to the coverage of mental health and substance use disorder services and health information technology investments. Americas Healthy Future Act, all provisions related to the coverage of mental health and substance use disorder services and health information technology investments. Making appropriations for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and for other purposes (HR 3293), all provisions related to the budget for agencies and/or programs related to mental health and addiction services. Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Act (HR 2502 / S 1213), all provisions related to comparative effectiveness research that meets the needs of people with disabilities.
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2009 · second_quarter · Q2
Melanie Blocker Stokes Mom's Opportunity to Access Health, Education, Research, and Support for Postpartum Depression Act (HR 20/S 324), all provisions related to funding education and outreach activities to help providers identify women suffering from postpartum depression (PPD) and providing grant funding to increase access to needed care. Community Mental Health Services Improvement Act (HR 1011/S 1188), all provisions of bill relating to community mental health services improvement Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act (HR 1721/ S 697), all provisions relating to the creation of a new national insurance program for adults seeking access to long-term services and supports if they became functionally disabled. Child Healthcare Crisis Relief Act of 2009 (HR 1932), Section 3, which amends Part E of Title VII of the Public Health Service Act and is intended to help end the national shortage of children's mental health professionals, including school-based mental health professionals, by encouraging more individuals to enter the field. Affordable Health Choices Act, all provisions related to the coverage of mental health and substance use disorder services and health information technology investments.
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2009 · third_quarter · RA
Medicaid, behavioral health workforce investments, subsidized housing for individuals with disabilities, Medicare, opportunities to reduce recidivism into the criminal justice system for individuals with mental health and substance use problems, veterans services and supports.
Medicaid, behavioral health workforce investments, subsidized housing for individuals with disabilities, Medicare, opportunities to reduce recidivism into the criminal justice system for individuals with mental health and substance use problems, veterans services and supports.
Medicaid, behavioral health workforce investments, subsidized housing for individuals with disabilities, Medicare, opportunities to reduce recidivism into the criminal justice system for individuals with mental health and substance use problems, veterans services and supports.
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2009 · first_quarter · Q1
Community Mental Health Services Improvement Act (HR 1011), all provisions of bill relating to community mental health services improvement Melanie Blocker Stokes Mom's Opportunity to Access Health, Education, Research, and Support for Postpartum Depression Act (HR 20/S 324), all provisions related to funding education and outreach activities to help providers identify women suffering from postpartum depression (PPD) and providing grant funding to increase access to needed care. State Childrens Health Insurance Plan Reauthorization Act of 2009 (HR 2), all provisions of bill pertaining to the reauthorization of CHIP and inclusion of parity in CHIP. Mental Health on Campus Act of 2009 (HR 1704, S 682), all provisions related to strengthening the availability of behavioral health services on college and university campuses and creating a national public education campaign on behavioral health issues. Birth Parent Assistance Act (HR 1505), all provisions related to providing counseling and other support services to assist the mothers post adoption transition and to train professionals involved in this process Stop Child Abuse in Residential Programs for Teens Act of 2009 (HR 911), all provisions related to the types of facilities included in the bill
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2008 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Veterans' Mental Health and Other Care Improvements Act of 2008 (S 2162), Titles III, IV, and V, all provisions related to improving treatment of veterans with co-occurring disorders, such as PTSD and addictions, as well as ensure a minimum level of addictions treatment for veterans.
Protecting Hospital Outpatient and Community Clinic Services Act of 2008 (HR 7219), all provisions of bill relating to placing a moratorium on and prevent implementation of the Medicaid Outpatient Hospital and Clinic regulation. Preserving Access to Healthcare (PATH) Act of 2008 (S. 3656), Section 3, all provisions of bill relating to placing a moratorium on and prevent implementation of the Medicaid Outpatient Hospital and Clinic regulation. Medicaid Services Restoration Act of 2008 (S 3611), all provisions of bill pertaining to the improvement of the provision of rehabilitation services and case management and targeted case management services under the Medicaid program.
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2008 · third_quarter · Q3
Mentally Ill Offender Treatment and Crime Reduction Reauthorization and Improvement Act of 2007 (MIOTCRA) (S 2304), Sections 1-6, all provisions relating to grants for the diversion and treatment of non-violent, mentally ill offenders Mentally Ill Offender Treatment and Crime Reduction Reauthorization and Improvement Act of 2007 (MIOTCRA) (HR 3992), Sections 1-9, all provisions relating to grants for the diversion and treatment of non-violent, mentally ill offenders Advancing Americas Priorities Act (S 3297), Sections 1204 (Subtitle D) and Section 2209 (Subtitle C), all provisions related to the Melanie Blocker Stokes Moms Opportunity to Access Health, Education, Research, and Support for Postpartum Depression (MOTHERS) Act and the Mentally Ill Offender Treatment and Crime Reduction Reauthorization and Improvement Act of 2007.
The Healing Our Nations Heroes Act (S 3374), Sections 1-4, all provisions of bill relating to establishing a grant program for mid-career professionals and recent graduates as well as creating the Heroes-to-Healers program and establishing a commission to oversee care to veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder. Veterans Mental Health Outreach and Access Act (S 38), Sections 1-3, all provisions that would authorize the VA to increase the availability of mental health support for veterans and to contract with community mental health centers to provide services. Veterans' Mental Health and Other Care Improvements Act of 2008 (S 2162), Titles III, IV, and V, all provisions related to improving treatment of veterans with co-occurring disorders, such as PTSD and addictions, as well as ensure a minimum level of addictions treatment for veterans. An Amendment to the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (S 3001) (was never offered), to provide for the identification and treatment of drug and alcohol dependence in members of the Armed Forces under the TRICARE program through outpatient substance abuse treatment programs.
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2008 · second_quarter · Q2
Mentally Ill Offender Treatment and Crime Reduction Reauthorization and Improvement Act of 2007 (MIOTCRA) (S 2304), Sections 1-6, all provisions relating to grants for the diversion and treatment of non-violent, mentally ill offenders Mentally Ill Offender Treatment and Crime Reduction Reauthorization and Improvement Act of 2007 (MIOTCRA) (HR 3992), Sections 1-9, all provisions relating to grants for the diversion and treatment of non-violent, mentally ill offenders Reducing Recidivism and Second Chance Act of 2007 (S. 1060/HR 1593), Titles I and II, all provisions relating to reauthorizing the Adult and Juvenile Offender State and Local Reentry Demonstration Program, under which states craft programs focusing on housing, jobs, addiction treatment, mental health treatment, and services for families and children of incarcerated parents in order to help prisoners transition into life in their communities upon their release
FY 2009 Budget Resolution (HConRes312/SConRes70), Titles I and III, all provisions relating to: funding for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA); National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA); NIH, National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA); NIH, National Institute on Mental Health (NIMH) FY 2009 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies Appropriations bill (bill number not yet available), all provisions relating to: funding for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA); National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA); NIH, National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA); NIH, National Institute on Mental Health (NIMH) FY 2009 Commerce, Justice, State and Related Agencies Appropriations bill (bill number not yet available), all provisions relating to the Mentally Ill Offender Treatment Crime Reduction Act (MIOTCRA) program and he Second Chance Act.
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2008 · first_quarter · Q1
Mentally Ill Offender Treatment and Crime Reduction Reauthorization and Improvement Act of 2007 (MIOTCRA) (S 2304), Sections 1-6, all provisions relating to grants for the diversion and treatment of non-violent, mentally ill offenders Mentally Ill Offender Treatment and Crime Reduction Reauthorization and Improvement Act of 2007 (MIOTCRA) (HR 3992), Sections 1-9, all provisions relating to grants for the diversion and treatment of non-violent, mentally ill offenders Reducing Recidivism and Second Chance Act of 2007 (S. 1060/HR 1593), Titles I and II, all provisions relating to reauthorizing the Adult and Juvenile Offender State and Local Reentry Demonstration Program, under which states craft programs focusing on housing, jobs, addiction treatment, mental health treatment, and services for families and children of incarcerated parents in order to help prisoners transition into life in their communities upon their release
Veterans Mental Health Outreach and Access Act (S 38), Sections 1-3, all provisions that would authorize the VA to increase the availability of mental health support for veterans and to contract with community mental health centers to provide services.
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2007 · year_end · YY
Paul Wellstone Mental Health and Addiction Equity Act of 2007 (HR 1424) Mental Health Parity Act of 2007 (S. 558) Home and Community Services Copayment Equity Act of 2007 (S. 1107) Community Living Assistance Services and Supports Act of 2007 (S. 1758)
Second Chance Act (HR 1593/S. 1060) Mentally Ill Offender Treatment and Crime Reduction Reauthorization and Improvement Act (HR 3992/S. 2304)
The Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP Extension Act of 2007 (S. 2499) Medicare Mental Health Copayment Equity Act of 2007 (S. 1715) Children's Health and Medicare Protection Act of 2007 (HR 3162) Children's Mental Health Parity Act (S. 1337)
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2007 · mid_year · MM
Paul Wellstone Mental Health and Addiction Equity Act of 2007 (HR 1424) Mental Health Parity Act of 2007 (S 558) Home and Community Services Copayment Equity Act of 2007 (S 1107) Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act of 2007 (S 1758) A bill to provide for the extension of transitional medical assistance (TMA) and the abstinence education program through the end of fiscal year 2007, and for other purposes (S 1701) Pathways to Independence Act of 2007 (S 1730) Parental Consent Act of 2007 (HR 2387) Mom's Opportunity to Access Help, Education, Research, and Support for Postpartum Depression (MOTHERS) Act (S 1375) Children's Health and Medicare Protection (CHAMP) Act of 2007 (HR 3162) Children's Mental Health Parity Act (S 1337) Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2007 (HR 976) Keep Children Covered Act of 2007 (S 401)
Second Chance Act (HR 1593/S 1060)
NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH via NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
2006 · year_end · YY
H Con Res 376 FY 2007 Budget Resolution S 1932 Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 HR 5647/S 3708 Labor/HHS/Education FY 2007 Appropriations HR 5576 Transportation/Treasury/HUD FY 2007 Appropriations HR 5672 Science/State/Justice/Commerce FY 2007 Appropriations
S 525 Health Insurance Marketplace Modernization and Affordability Act of 2005 HR 4157 Health Information Technology Promotion Act of 2005 S 1418 Wired for Health Care Quality Act
s 1909 Medicare Telehealth Enhancement Act HR 5118 Medicare Rural Health Provider Payment Extension Act of 2006 HR 6111 Tax Relief Health Care Act of 2006
NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH via NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
2005 · year_end · YY
HR 3010 - Labor/HHS/Education appropriations HR 3058 - Transportation/Treasury/HUD appropriations H Con Res 95/H Con Res 18 - FY 2006 Congressional Budget Resolution S 1716 - Emergency Health Care Relief Act HR 3645 - Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act to Meet Immediate Needs Arising From the Consequences of Hurricane KatrinaHR 3673 - Second Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act
HR 1999/S 771 - State and Local Housing Flexibility Act of 2005
HR 1704/S 1934 - Second Chance Act
Mental Health in Schools Act (S. 1370/H.R. 2913), all provisions related to the implementation evidence-based programs for youth and young adults within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S. 1453), all provisions related to making addiction treatment centers eligible participating sites in the National Health Service Corps program. Improving Access to Mental Health Services Act (S. 2533), all provisions relating to allowing National Health Service Corps mental health professionals to deliver service in various community-based settings. Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act (S. 2524/H.R.5102), all provisions related to creating a federal student loan forgiveness program dedicated specifically to substance use disorder treatment professionals. Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3692/S.2317), select provisions relating to what provider types would be allowed to prescribe buprenorphine up the 275 patient cap. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA 2.0) (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to prevention, treatment, recovery, law enforcement, criminal justice and overdose reversal grant programs.
ADA Education and Reform Act (H.R. 620), all provisions that would alter the reasonable accommodation statute of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Continuing Resolution (through February 8, 2018) (H.R.195), all provisions related to health care programs and funding. Continuing Resolution (through March 23, 2018) (H.R.1892), all provisions related to health care programs and funding. Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 (H. R. 1892), all provisions related to allowable non-defense discretionary spending levels. Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2018 (H.R. 1625), all provisions related to health care programs and funding. Balanced Budget Amendment H.J. Res. 2, all provisions relating to limiting annual expenditures to annual revenue.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Expansion Act (S. 1905/ H.R.3931), all provisions related to expanding and extending the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program by one year and eight states. Improving Access to Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1732/H.R.3331), all provisions related to tasking the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) with creating a demonstration project to incentivize the use of EHR systems in various settings, including mental health and addiction treatment organizations. Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1879/H.R. 3032) all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192) all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Breaking Addiction Act (H.R. 2239), all provisions related to allowing state Medicaid programs to cover residential addiction treatment in facilities of 16 or more beds. Medicaid Reentry Act (H.R. 4005) All provisions related to allowing states the flexibility to restart Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals up to 30 days prior to their release.
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (S. 1/H.R. 1) all provisions related to restructuring the nations tax code and repealing the individual health insurance mandate.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
American Health Care Act (H.R. 1628), all provisions related to the repeal and replacement of the Affordable Care Act, restructuring the Medicaid program into a block grant or per capita cap system and the elimination of required insurance coverage services like mental health and substance use. Better Care Reconciliation Act (Senate discussion draft), all provisions related to the repeal and replacement of the Affordable Care Act, restructuring the Medicaid program into a block grant or per capita cap system and the elimination of required insurance coverage services like mental health and substance use. Graham/Cassidy bill (Senate discussion draft) all provisions related to the repeal and replacement of the Affordable Care Act, restructuring the Medicaid program into a block grant or per capita cap system and the elimination of required insurance coverage services like mental health and substance use. Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act (S.1453) All provisions related to adding addictions treatment facilities to the National Health Service Corps list of eligible sites for loan forgiveness, providing an incentive to providers who seek jobs at these facilities in underserved communities. The Second Chance Reauthorization Act of 2017 (H.R. 2899), all provisions related to supporting state and local reentry programs to reduce relapse and provides people leaving prison with post-release supportive services, including mental health and addiction treatment. Training the Next Generation of Primary Care Doctors Act of 2017 (H.R. 3394), all provisions related to reauthorizing the Teaching Health Center Graduate Medical Education (THCGME) Program for three more years.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
House Budget Resolution for FY 2018 (House Appropriations Committee resolution), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2018 including Mental Health First Aid, Primary and Behavioral Health Care Integration grant program, the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act and the 21st Century Cures Act.
Medicaid CARE Act (S. 1169), all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. Mental Health Access Improvement Act (H.R. 3032) all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192) all provisions related to ensuring equitable treatment coverage of mental illness and substance use disorder under the Childrens Health Insurance Program. Breaking Addiction Act (H.R. 2239), all provisions related to allowing state Medicaid programs to cover residential addiction treatment in facilities of 16 or more beds.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Expand Excellence in Mental Health Act (S. 2525/ H.R. 4567), all provisions related to expanding the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program to include all 24 planning grant states. The Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1830/ H.R. 2759) all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicare Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act (S.2605) all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid. The Craig Thomas Rural Hospital and Provider Equity Act (R-HoPE) (S.3545) all provisions related to expanding access to health care services in rural communities including allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Mental Health First Aid Act of 2015 (S. 711/H.R.1877), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (S. 524/Conference Committee Report), all provisions related to a series of resources and incentives to help states and local governments expand drug treatment, prevention and recovery efforts. Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act (H.R. 2646), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance abuse treatment services reform, including the expansion of the Excellence in Mental Health Act and the Behavioral Health IT Act. Including Families in Mental Health Recovery Act (H.R. 2690), all provisions related to the codification of misunderstood guidance regarding the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Mental Health and Safe Communities Act (S. 2002), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment services reform, including efforts to address comprehensive criminal justice reforms. Mental Health Awareness and Improvement Act (S. 1893), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment services reform, including the expansion of mental health and addiction awareness training programs, like Mental Health First Aid. Mental Health Reform Act (S. 2608), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment reform, including expansion of prevention and intervention services for young individuals.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
House Budget Resolution for FY 2017 (H. CON. RES. 125), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2017.
Expand Excellence in Mental Health Act (S. 2525/ H.R. 4567), all provisions related to expanding the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program to include all 24 planning grant states. The Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1830/ H.R. 2759) all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicare Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act (S.2605) all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Mental Health First Aid Act of 2015 (S. 711/H.R.1877), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (S. 524/H.R. 953), all provisions related to a series of resources and incentives to help states and local governments expand drug treatment, prevention and recovery efforts. Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act (H.R. 2646), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance abuse treatment services reform, including the expansion of the Excellence in Mental Health Act and the Behavioral Health IT Act. Including Families in Mental Health Recovery Act (H.R. 2690), all provisions related to the codification of misunderstood guidance regarding the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Mental Health and Safe Communities Act (S. 2002), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment services reform, including efforts to address comprehensive criminal justice reforms. Mental Health Reform Act (S. 1945), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment reform, including expansion of prevention and intervention services for young individuals. Mental Health Awareness and Improvement Act (S. 1893), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment services reform, including the expansion of mental health and addiction awareness training programs, like Mental Health First Aid. Improving Treatment for Pregnant and Postpartum Women Act of 2015 (S. 2226), all provisions related to providing substance use treatment services for pregnant and postpartum women. Mental Health Reform Act (S. 2608), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment reform, including expansion of prevention and intervention services for young individuals.
Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention for American Veterans Act (H.R. 203), all provisions related to preventing veterans suicide by promoting mental health treatment and suicide prevention programs, as well as workforce enhancement programs.
Second Chance Reauthorization Act (S. 1513), all provisions related to extending federal initiatives for prisoner reintegration, substance use treatment and diversion efforts for an additional five years to include demonstration grants, mentoring, substance abuse and family-based programming. Record Expungement Designed to Enhance Employment (REDEEM) Act of 2015 (S. 675/H.R.), all provisions related to eliminating barriers that prevent qualified, suitable individuals from obtaining stable work to support themselves and their families while contributing to their communities and the economy. The Comprehensive Justice and Mental Health Act (CJMHA) (S. 993/H.R.1854), all provisions related to comprehensive reform of the criminal justice and mental health treatment systems, including mental health courts and crisis intervention teams; treatment court programs; peer to peer services; broader training for law enforcement officials and first responders; and greater focus on prison and jail-based programs. The Youth Prison Reduction through Opportunities, Mentoring, Intervention, Support and Education (PROMISE) Act (S. 1770), provisions related to mental health awareness trainings in schools and communities.
The Expand Excellence in Mental Health Act (S. 2525/ H.R. 4567) all provisions related to expanding the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program from eight (8) states to twenty-four (24). Medicare Formulary Improvement Act (S. 648), all provisions related to the codification of an open access requirement requiring Medicare Part D formularies to cover all or substantially all drugs within six classes. The Breaking Addiction Act (H.R. 1988), all provisions related to the approval of state applications for Medicaid 1115 waivers to cover services in certain residential settings, including expanding Americans access to care by allowing states to pay for residential substance use care in facilities of 60 or fewer beds. The Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1830/ H.R. 2759) all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicare Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act (S.2605) all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention for American Veterans Act (H.R. 203), all provisions related to preventing veterans suicide by promoting mental health treatment and suicide prevention programs, as well as workforce enhancement programs.
Second Chance Reauthorization Act (S. 1513), all provisions related to extending federal initiatives for prisoner reintegration, substance use treatment and diversion efforts for an additional five years to include demonstration grants, mentoring, substance abuse and family-based programming. Record Expungement Designed to Enhance Employment (REDEEM) Act of 2015 (S. 675/H.R.), all provisions related to eliminating barriers that prevent qualified, suitable individuals from obtaining stable work to support themselves and their families while contributing to their communities and the economy. The Comprehensive Justice and Mental Health Act (CJMHA) (S. 993/H.R.1854), all provisions related to comprehensive reform of the criminal justice and mental health treatment systems, including mental health courts and crisis intervention teams; treatment court programs; peer to peer services; broader training for law enforcement officials and first responders; and greater focus on prison and jail-based programs. The Youth Prison Reduction through Opportunities, Mentoring, Intervention, Support and Education (PROMISE) Act (S. 1770), provisions related to mental health awareness trainings in schools and communities.
Senate Budget Resolution FY 2016 (S.Con.Res.11), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2016 House Budget Resolution FY 2016 (H. Con. Res. 27), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2016. The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 (H.R. 1314), all provisions related to federal funding caps for Fiscal Years 2016 and 2017.
The Expand Excellence in Mental Health Act (S. 2525/ H.R. 4567) all provisions related to expanding the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic demonstration program from eight (8) states to twenty-four (24). Medicare Formulary Improvement Act (S. 648), all provisions related to the codification of an open access requirement requiring Medicare Part D formularies to cover all or substantially all drugs within six classes. The Breaking Addiction Act (H.R. 1988), all provisions related to the approval of state applications for Medicaid 1115 waivers to cover services in certain residential settings, including expanding Americans access to care by allowing states to pay for residential substance use care in facilities of 60 or fewer beds. The Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1830/ H.R. 2759) all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services. Medicare Coverage for Addiction Recovery Expansion Act (S.2605) all provisions related to expanding the number of residential substance use treatment facilities through Medicaid.
Protecting Workplace Advancement and Opportunity Act (S. 2707/H.R.4773) all provisions related to nullifying the Department of Labors proposed rule raising the salary threshold for overtime pay and conduct a full economic impact assessment before issuing a new rule.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization (H.R. 2), all provisions related to the repeal of the Medicare physician payment formula (sustainable growth rate) and the extension of CHIP funding through fiscal year 2017 and the extension of the 23 percent fiscal 2016 CHIP match increased authorized under the Affordable Care Act. Medicare Formulary Improvement Act (S. 648), all provisions related to the codification of an open access requirement requiring Medicare Part D formularies to cover all or substantially all drugs within six classes. The Breaking Addiction Act (H.R. 1988), all provisions related to the approval of state applications for Medicaid 1115 waivers to cover services in certain residential settings, including expanding Americans access to care by allowing states to pay for residential substance use care in facilities of 60 or fewer beds. The Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1830/ H.R. 2759) all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services.
Mental Health First Aid Act of 2015 (S. 711/H.R.1877), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (S. 524/H.R. 953), all provisions related to a series of resources and incentives to help states and local governments expand drug treatment, prevention and recovery efforts. Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act (H.R. 2646), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance abuse treatment services reform, including the expansion of the Excellence in Mental Health Act and the Behavioral Health IT Act. Including Families in Mental Health Recovery Act (H.R. 2690), all provisions related to the codification of misunderstood guidance regarding the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Mental Health and Safe Communities Act (S. 2002), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment services reform, including efforts to address comprehensive criminal justice reforms. Mental Health Reform Act (S. 1945), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment reform, including expansion of prevention and intervention services for young individuals. Mental Health Awareness and Improvement Act (S. 1893), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment services reform, including the expansion of mental health and addiction awareness training programs, like Mental Health First Aid. Improving Treatment for Pregnant and Postpartum Women Act of 2015 (S. 2226), all provisions related to providing substance use treatment services for pregnant and postpartum women.
Senate Budget Resolution FY 2016 (S.Con.Res.11), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2016 House Budget Resolution FY 2016 (H. Con. Res. 27), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2016. The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 (H.R. 1314), all provisions related to federal funding caps for Fiscal Years 2016 and 2017.
Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention for American Veterans Act (H.R. 203), all provisions related to preventing veterans suicide by promoting mental health treatment and suicide prevention programs, as well as workforce enhancement programs.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Mental Health First Aid Act of 2015 (S. 711/H.R.1877), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (S. 524/H.R. 953), all provisions related to a series of resources and incentives to help states and local governments expand drug treatment, prevention and recovery efforts. Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act (H.R. 2646), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance abuse treatment services reform, including the expansion of the Excellence in Mental Health Act and the Behavioral Health IT Act. Including Families in Mental Health Recovery Act (H.R. 2690), all provisions related to the codification of misunderstood guidance regarding the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Mental Health and Safe Communities Act (S. 2002), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment services reform, including efforts to address comprehensive criminal justice reforms. Mental Health Reform Act (S. 1945), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment reform, including expansion of prevention and intervention services for young individuals. Mental Health Awareness and Improvement Act (S. 1893), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment services reform, including the expansion of mental health and addiction awareness training programs, like Mental Health First Aid.
Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention for American Veterans Act (H.R. 203), all provisions related to preventing veterans suicide by promoting mental health treatment and suicide prevention programs, as well as workforce enhancement programs.
Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization (H.R. 2), all provisions related to the repeal of the Medicare physician payment formula (sustainable growth rate) and the extension of CHIP funding through fiscal year 2017 and the extension of the 23 percent fiscal 2016 CHIP match increased authorized under the Affordable Care Act. Medicare Formulary Improvement Act (S. 648), all provisions related to the codification of an open access requirement requiring Medicare Part D formularies to cover all or substantially all drugs within six classes. The Breaking Addiction Act (H.R. 1988), all provisions related to the approval of state applications for Medicaid 1115 waivers to cover services in certain residential settings, including expanding Americans access to care by allowing states to pay for residential substance use care in facilities of 60 or fewer beds. The Mental Health Access Improvement Act (S. 1830/ H.R. 2759) all provisions related to allowing marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors to directly bill Medicare for their services.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Senate Budget Resolution FY 2016 (S. 1695), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2016 House Budget Resolution FY 2016 (H. Con. Res. 27), all provisions related to federal funding levels for Fiscal Year 2016.
Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention for American Veterans Act (H.R. 203), all provisions related to preventing veterans suicide by promoting mental health treatment and suicide prevention programs, as well as workforce enhancement programs.
Mental Health First Aid Act of 2015 (S. 711/H.R.1877), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (S. 524/H.R. 953), all provisions related to a series of resources and incentives to help states and local governments expand drug treatment, prevention and recovery efforts. 21st Century Cures Act (H.R.2), all provisions related to increased funding for innovation and improvement within the US health system, including funding of telehealth practices and the use and adoption of health information technology. Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act (H.R. 2646), all provisions related to comprehensive mental health and substance abuse treatment services reform, including the expansion of the Excellence in Mental Health Act and the Behavioral Health IT Act. Including Families in Mental Health Recovery Act (H.R. 2690), all provisions related to the codification of misunderstood guidance regarding the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention for American Veterans Act (H.R. 203), all provisions related to preventing veterans suicide by promoting mental health treatment and suicide prevention programs, as well as workforce enhancement programs. The Prioritizing Veterans Access to Mental Health Care Act of 2015 (S. 841), all provisions related to removing barriers for veterans to access mental health care treatment outside the Veterans Affairs hospital system. Servicemember Assistance for Lawful Understanding, Treatment and Education (SALUTE) Act (H.R. 613), all provisions related to awarding grants for developing, implementing, or enhancing veterans treatment courts or expanding operational mental health or drug courts to serve veterans.
Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization (H.R. 2), all provisions related to the repeal of the Medicare physician payment formula (sustainable growth rate) and the extension of CHIP funding through fiscal year 2017 and the extension of the 23 percent fiscal 2016 CHIP match increased authorized under the Affordable Care Act. Medicare Formulary Improvement Act (S. 648), all provisions related to the codification of an open access requirement requiring Medicare Part D formularies to cover all or substantially all drugs within six classes.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
HEALTH CARE Mental Health First Aid Act of 2013 (S. 153/H.R. 274), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1517/S. 1685/H.R. 2957), all provisions related to expanding federal incentive payments for the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records to behavioral health providers and facilities Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act of 2013 (H.R. 3717), all provisions related to authorizing healthcare providers to bill Medicaid for mental health and primary care services provided to the same patient on the same day, the reauthorization of the Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Act, the reauthorization of MIOTCRA, enactment of a demonstration program based on the Excellence in Mental Health Act, and strengthening the six protected classes language in Medicare Part D. Strengthening Mental Health in Our Communities Act of 2014 (H.R. 4574), all provisions related to the inclusion of the Mental Health First Aid Act, the reauthorization of important Justice Department initiatives as well as critical SAMHSA programs including the National Suicide Prevention Hotline [1-800-273-TALK], the Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Act suicide prevention programs and the Primary Care Behavioral Health Integration Grants. Caring for Americas Heroes Act (S.2276/H.R. 4656), all provisions related to eliminating the limit on the number of days each year impatient mental health services may be provided to military dependents under the Department of Defense TRICARE program. Caring for Military Children with Developmental Disabilities Act of 2014 (H.R. 4630/S. 2333), all provisions related to including in the treatment of military dependents' developmental disabilities under the Department of Defense TRICARE program behavioral health treatment, including applied behavior analysis, that is prescribed by a physician or psychologist. Craig Thomas Rural Hospital and Provider Equity Act of 2014 (S. 2359), all provisions related to ensuring that residents of rural and frontier communities should have access to affordable, quality health care. Restoring Veterans Trust Act of 2014 (S. 2413), all provisions related to including a new project, the Community Mental Health Partnership Pilot Program, which would connect medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs with surrounding community mental health and substance use treatment providers to increase access to services, improve health outcomes, and ensure veterans receive behavioral healthcare that meets the minimum clinical mental health guidelines endorsed by the Veterans Health Administration. H. Res. 572, all provisions related to expressing support for designation of the first full week of May as "National Mental Health No Stigma Week". Opioid Overdose Reduction Act of 2014 (S. 2092/H.R. 4288), all provisions related to exempting from liability for harm caused by the emergency administration of an opioid overdose drug. Opioid Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (H.R.5587) all provisions related to new grants deterring prescription drug abuse and assisting individuals who are receiving addiction treatment. Overdose Prevention Act (S. 2755) all provisions related to the funding of overdose prevention programming and research efforts to reduce opioid overdose deaths, creation of a task force to recommend a national public health campaign and funding of research and testing of new treatment and prevention methods. Breaking Addictions Act (H.R. 5136), all provisions related to establishing a five-year demonstration project for 8-10 states in which federal reimbursement would be permitted for Medicaid services provided in certain residential settings known as Institutes for Mental Disease. Health Equity and Accountability Act (H.R. 5294) all provisions related to the addition of mental and behavioral health social workers to existing loan repayment programs to bolster the behavioral health workforce. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (S. 2839/H.R. 5845) all provisions related to a series of resources and incentives to help states and local governments expand drug treatment, prevention and recovery efforts. ABLE Act (H.R. 647) all provisions related to allowing families to establish savings accounts for the qualified expenses of people with blindness or physical or mental disabilities who incurred the disabilities before the age of 26.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Mental Health First Aid Act of 2013 (S. 153/H.R. 274), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 1517/S. 1685/H.R. 2957), all provisions related to expanding federal incentive payments for the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records to behavioral health providers and facilities Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act of 2013 (H.R. 3717), all provisions related to authorizing healthcare providers to bill Medicaid for mental health and primary care services provided to the same patient on the same day, the reauthorization of the Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Act, the reauthorization of MIOTCRA, enactment of a demonstration program based on the Excellence in Mental Health Act, and strengthening the six protected classes language in Medicare Part D. Strengthening Mental Health in Our Communities Act of 2014 (H.R. 4574), all provisions related to the inclusion of the Mental Health First Aid Act, the reauthorization of important Justice Department initiatives as well as critical SAMHSA programs including the National Suicide Prevention Hotline [1-800-273-TALK], the Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Act suicide prevention programs and the Primary Care Behavioral Health Integration Grants. Caring for Americas Heroes Act (S.2276/H.R. 4656), all provisions related to eliminating the limit on the number of days each year impatient mental health services may be provided to military dependents under the Department of Defense TRICARE program. Caring for Military Children with Developmental Disabilities Act of 2014 (H.R. 4630/S. 2333), all provisions related to including in the treatment of military dependents' developmental disabilities under the Department of Defense TRICARE program behavioral health treatment, including applied behavior analysis, that is prescribed by a physician or psychologist. Craig Thomas Rural Hospital and Provider Equity Act of 2014 (S. 2359), all provisions related to ensuring that residents of rural and frontier communities should have access to affordable, quality health care. Restoring Veterans Trust Act of 2014 (S. 2413), all provisions related to including a new project, the Community Mental Health Partnership Pilot Program, which would connect medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs with surrounding community mental health and substance use treatment providers to increase access to services, improve health outcomes, and ensure veterans receive behavioral healthcare that meets the minimum clinical mental health guidelines endorsed by the Veterans Health Administration. H. Res. 572, all provisions related to expressing support for designation of the first full week of May as "National Mental Health No Stigma Week". Opioid Overdose Reduction Act of 2014 (S. 2092/H.R. 4288), all provisions related to exempting from liability for harm caused by the emergency administration of an opioid overdose drug. Opioid Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (H.R.5587) all provisions related to new grants deterring prescription drug abuse and assisting individuals who are receiving addiction treatment. Overdose Prevention Act (S. 2755) all provisions related to the funding of overdose prevention programming and research efforts to reduce opioid overdose deaths, creation of a task force to recommend a national public health campaign and funding of research and testing of new treatment and prevention methods. Breaking Addictions Act (H.R. 5136), all provisions related to establishing a five-year demonstration project for 8-10 states in which federal reimbursement would be permitted for Medicaid services provided in certain residential settings known as Institutes for Mental Disease. Health Equity and Accountability Act (H.R. 5294) all provisions related to the addition of mental and behavioral health social workers to existing loan repayment programs to bolster the behavioral health workforce. Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (S. 2839) all provision related to a series of resources and incentives to help states and local governments expand drug treatment, prevention and recovery efforts.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Medicaid and CHIP Continuous Quality Act of 2014 (S. 1980/H.R. 1698), all provisions related to amending title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act to require a state Medicaid plan to provide 12-month continuous enrollment for an eligible individual, regardless of age.Quality Foster Care Services Act of 2014 (S. 1992/H.R. 4016), all provisions related to amending title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act to extend medical assistance coverage to therapeutic foster care services. Protecting Access to Medicare Act of 2014 (H.R. 4302), all provisions related to establishing an 8-state demonstration program to support and enhance community behavioral health services, modeled after the Excellence in Mental Health Act
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
The Medicare Patient Access and Quality Improvement Act of 2013 (H.R. 2810), all provisions related to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to: (1) repeal sustainable growth rate methodology from the determination of annual conversion factors in the formula for payment for physicians' services; and (2) prescribe an update to the single conversion factor for 2014 through 2018, as well as 2019 all subsequent years, of 0.5%.The SGR Repeal and Medicare Beneficiary Access Improvement Act of 2013 (S. 1871), all provisions related to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to repeal the Medicare sustainable growth rate formula and to improve beneficiary access under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2014 (H.J. Res. 59), all provisions related to making continuing appropriations for FY2014
Stabilize Medicaid and CHIP Coverage Act (H.R. 1698), all provisions related to amending title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act (SSA) to require a state Medicaid plan to provide 12-month continuous enrollment for an eligible individual, regardless of age and amending SSA title XXI (State Children's Health Insurance) (CHIP) to require a state CHIP plan also to provide 12-month continuous enrollment for an eligible individual.Medicare Mental Health Access Act (S.1064/H.R. 794), all provisions related to amending title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to treat as a physician, for Medicare purposes, a clinical psychologist acting within the scope of a psychologist's license (or other state law authorization), but only with respect to the furnishing of clinical psychologists services which the psychologist is legally authorized to perform by the state. Medicaid Information Technology to Enhance Community Health Act (S. 1286/H.R. 2676), all provisions related to extending payments to encourage the adoption and use of certified electronic health record (EHR) technology to qualified safety net clinics (QSNCs).
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Excellence in Mental Health Act (S. 2257/H.R. 5989), all provisions related to expanding access to mental health and addictions care by supporting FQCBHCs in treating all individuals regardless of their ability to pay, with a comprehensive array of outpatient behavioral health services Mental Health in Schools Act of 2011 (H.R. 751), all provisions related to revising community children and violence program to assist local communities and schools in applying a public health approach to mental health services Mental Health First Aid Higher Education Act of 2012 (S. 3325/H.R. 5996), all provisions related to authorizing a demonstration program to train college faculty and staff in Mental Health First Aid, a community education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addictions and deal with psychiatric crises 21st Century Language Act (S. 2367), all provisions related to removing references to the word "lunatic" from rules of construction of the U.S. Code and banking law provisions Safe Doses Act (H.R. 4223), all provisions related to prohibiting theft of a pre-retail medical products, including drugs, medical devices and infant formula and prohibiting alteration of the labels of pre-retail medical products, transport of stolen or counterfeit medical products and purchase or distribution of expired medical products with the intent to defraud Behavioral Health Information Technology Act (S. 539/H.R. 6043), all provisions related to expanding federal incentive payments for the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records to behavioral health providers and facilities Childrens Mental Health Accessibility Act of 2012 (S. 3289), all provisions related to expanding Medicaid 1915(c) waiver and removing mentally retarded from statute
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
A Resolution establishing the budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2013 and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2014 through 2022 (H.Con.Res.112), all provisions related to converting Medicaid to a block grant and reducing federal funding for Medicaid Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 (H.R.3630), all provisions related to extending the payroll tax holiday, unemployment compensation and Medicare physician payment.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
State Flexibility Act (H.R. 1683/S. 868), all provisions related to repealing the Affordable Care Acts maintenance of effort (MOE) requirement, allowing states to cut back on Medicaid enrollment
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Health Information Technology Extension for Behavioral Health Services Act (S. 539), all provisions related to expanding federal incentive payments for the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records to behavioral health providers and facilities
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
A Resolution Establishing the budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2012 and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2013 through 2021 (H.Con.Res 34), all provisions related to converting Medicaid to a block grant and reducing federal funding for Medicaid Commitment to American Prosperity Act of 2011 (S. 245), all provisions related to imposing a global cap on federal discretionary spending
State Flexibility Act (HR 1683/S 868), all provisions related to repealing the Affordable Care Acts maintenance of effort (MOE) requirement, allowing states to cut back on Medicaid enrollment
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2011 (S. 604), all provisions related to coverage of marriage and family therapist services and mental health counselor services under Medicare Part B.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Health Information Technology Extension for Behavioral Health Services Act (H.R. 5040/S. 3709), all provisions related to expanding federal incentive payments for the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records to behavioral health providers and facilities. Red Flag Program Clarification Act, exempts health care organizations from complying with the requirements of the Red Flag Rule promulgated by the Federal Trade Commission. Excellence in Mental Health Act (S. 4038), all provisions related to establishing criteria for Federally Qualified Community Behavioral Health Centers, establishing grants for capital improvements and health information technology, and recognizing services provided by CBHCs as mandatory in state Medicaid programs. Community-Based Mental Health Infrastructure Improvements Act (S. 4035), all provisions related to establishing a new grant program to provide funding for the construction or modernization of facilities used to provide mental health and substance abuse services.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act (H.R. 4213), all provisions related to extending the increase in the federal medical assistance percentage to June 30, 2011. FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 1586), all provisions related to extending the increase in the federal medical assistance percentage to June 30, 2011.
National Criminal Justice Commission Act (HR 5143/S 714), all provisions related to creating a national commission to conduct a comprehensive national review of effective criminal justice policies and issuing recommendations for criminal justice reform.
Health Information Technology Extension for Behavioral Health Services Act (H.R. 5040/S. 3709), all provisions related to expanding federal incentive payments for the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records to behavioral health providers and facilities. Mental Health and Addictions Safety Net Equity Act (H.R. 5636), all provisions related to establishing standards for the creation of Federally Qualified Behavioral Health Centers and ensuring that FQBHCs receive minimum reimbursement that reflects the cost of delivering services.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Graduate Psychology Education Act (S. 811/H.R. 2066), all provisions related to establishing grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts for accredited doctoral, internship, and residency programs in psychology for the development and implementation of programs to provide interdisciplinary training in integrated health care settings to students in doctoral psychology programs.
American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act (H.R. 4213), all provisions related to allocating $1 billion for the National Housing Trust Fund.
Community Mental Health Services Improvement Act (HR 1011/S 1188), all provisions of bill relating to community mental health services improvement Mental Health in Schools Act of 2009 (H.R. 2531), all provisions related to providing grant funding for licensed mental health professionals to work with students with mental disorders. Child Health Care Crisis Relief Act of 2009 (S.999/ H.R. 1932), all provisions related to creating incentives to help recruit and retain child mental health professionals providing direct clinical care, and to improve, expand, or help create programs to train child mental health professionals Student Support Act (H.R. 1338), all provisions related to the hiring of additional school-based mental health and student service providers. Mental Health on Campus Improvement Act (S. 682/H.R. 1704), all provisions related to expanding the mental and behavioral health services available on college campuses around the country. Health Information Technology Extension for Behavioral Health Services Act (H.R. 5040), all provisions related to expanding federal incentive payments for the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records to behavioral health providers and facilities. Mental Health and Addictions Safety Net Equity Act (H.R. 5636), all provisions related to the creation of Federally Qualified Behavioral Health Centers. SAMHSA Modernization Act (H.R. 5466), all provisions related to reauthorizing the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Improving the Quality of Mental and Substance Use Health Care Act (H.R. 2369), all provisions related to promoting the use of evidence-based practices in MH/SUD treatment and streamlining/improving federal financing for these services. Positive Aging Act (H.R. 3191), all provisions related to establishing grants for demonstration programs that integrate mental health services for older adults into primary care settings and support the establishment and maintenance of interdisciplinary geriatric mental health outreach teams in community settings. Methamphetamine Education, Treatment, and Hope Act (H.R. 2818), all provisions related to requiring the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment to collaborate with professionals in the addiction field and primary healthcare providers to raise awareness among providers about recognition of the signs of substance use disorders and apply evidence-based practices for the screening and treatment of individuals who have or might develop those types of conditions. Rural Preventive Health Care Training Act (S. 113), all provisions related to establishing grants and contracts for preventive healthcare training of rural practitioners. Indian Youth Suicide Prevention Act (S. 1635), all provisions related to providing telemental health services to American Indian youths who have expressed suicidal ideas, have attempted suicide, or have mental health conditions that increase or could increase their risk for suicide. Autonomy for Psychologists and Social Workers Act (S. 56), all provisions related to removing a restriction under current law that clinical psychologists or clinical social workers can provide services in a comprehensive outpatient rehabilitation facility only to patients under the care of a physician. Childrens Hospitals Education Equity Act (S. 830/H.R. 2003), all provisions related to including certain freestanding childrens psychiatric hospitals under the program of federal payments to childrens hospitals that operate graduate medical residency training programs.
Medicaid Services Restoration Act of 2009 (H.R. 4787), all provisions related to clarifying the definition and scope of rehabilitation services and targeted case management. American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act (H.R. 4213), all provisions related to extending the increase in the federal medical assistance percentage to June 30, 2011. A bill to extend the increase in the FMAP provided in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 for an additional 6 months (S. 3000), all provisions related to extending the increase in the federal medical assistance percentage to June 30, 2011. Continuing Extension Act of 2010 (H.R. 4851), all provisions related to preventing cuts to Medicare reimbursement.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Fairness in Cocaine Sentencing Act (HR 3245), all provisions related to equalizing criminal penalties for the possession of crack cocaine and powder cocaine and removing the five year minimum sentencing for possession of crack cocaine. Fair Sentencing Act (S. 1789), all provisions related to equalizing criminal penalties for the possession of crack cocaine and powder cocaine and removing the five year minimum sentencing for possession of crack cocaine. Criminal Justice Reinvestment Act of 2009 (HR 4080/S 2772), all provisions related to assisting states with slowing their jail and prison population growth and reducing corrections expenditures. Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act (S. 678), all provisions related to implementing juvenile delinquency prevention programs and alternatives to detention for juveniles who are status or first time offenders, including community-based services to address the needs of at-risk youth.
Community Mental Health Services Improvement Act (HR 1011/S 1188), all provisions of bill relating to community mental health services improvement Affordable Health Care for America Act (HR 3962), all provisions related to the coverage of mental health and substance use disorder services and health information technology investments Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (HR 3590), all provisions related to the coverage of mental health and substance use disorder services and health information technology investments. Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 (HR 4872), all provisions related to the coverage of mental health and substance use disorder services and health information technology investments. Mental Health in Schools Act of 2009 (H.R. 2531), all provisions related to providing grant funding for licensed mental health professionals to work with students with mental disorders. School-Based Health Clinic Establishment Act of 2007 (H.R. 4230), all provisions related to authorizing a grant-based program for the operation and development of school-based health clinics Healthy Schools Act of 2009 (S. 1034/H.R. 2840), all provisions related to establishing a mechanism for States to certify school based health centers to be recognized under Medicaid and the State Childrens Health Insurance Program for Medicaid and SCHIP-enrolled school children and adolescents. Child Health Care Crisis Relief Act of 2009 (S.999/ H.R. 1932), all provisions related to creating incentives to help recruit and retain child mental health professionals providing direct clinical care, and to improve, expand, or help create programs to train child mental health professionals Healthy Transitions Act (H.R. 2691), all provisions related to establishing a planning grant program that would allow States to implement effective transition-age mental health services and supports. Student Support Act (H.R. 1338), all provisions related to the hiring of additional school-based mental health and student service providers. Full-Service Community Schools Act of 2009 (H.R. 3545/S. 1655), all provisions related to mental health counseling, mentoring, and other youth health and development services. Mental Health on Campus Improvement Act (S. 682/H.R. 1704), all provisions related to expanding the mental and behavioral health services available on college campuses around the country.
Positive Behavior for Safe and Effective Schools Act (H.R. 2597), all provisions related to promoting the use of school-wide positive behavior support. Educational Success for Children and Youth Without Homes Act of 2009 (S. 2800), all provisions related to expanding and reinforcing the McKinney-Vento Acts Education for Homeless Children and Youth program.
Medicaid Services Restoration Act of 2009 (HR 4787), all provisions related to clarifying the definition and scope of rehabilitation services and targeted case management. Tax Extenders Act of 2009 (HR 4213), all provisions related to extending the increase in the federal medical assistance percentage to June 30, 2011. A bill to extend the increase in the FMAP provided in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 for an additional 6 months (S 3000), all provisions related to extending the increase in the federal medical assistance percentage to June 30, 2011. Jobs for Main Street Act (HR 2847), all provisions related to extending the increase in the federal medical assistance percentage to June 30, 2011. Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2009 (H.R. 1693/S. 671), all provisions related to coverage of marriage and family therapist services and mental health counselor services under Medicare Part B.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
The Mental Illness Chronic Care Improvement Act (HR 3065/S 1136), all provisions of bill which authorizes a Medicaid demonstration program to improve the health outcomes and satisfaction of individuals with chronic mental illness. Medicaid Services Restoration Act of 2009 (S 1217), all provisions related to clarifying the definition and scope of rehabilitation services and targeted case management. Jobs for Main Street Act (HR 2847), all provisions related to extending the increase in the federal medical assistance percentage to June 30, 2011.
The Frank Melville Supportive Housing Investment Act of 2009 (HR 1675), all provisions relating to amending section 811 of the Cranston-Gonzales National Affordable Housing Act (42 U.S.C 8013) to expand the supply of supportive housing to persons with disabilities through several measures including capital advances and contracts for project rental assistance.
Fairness in Cocaine Sentencing Act (HR 3245), all provisions related to equalizing criminal penalties for the possession of crack cocaine and powder cocaine and removing the five year minimum sentencing for possession of crack cocaine. Fair Sentencing Act (S. 1789), all provisions related to equalizing criminal penalties for the possession of crack cocaine and powder cocaine and removing the five year minimum sentencing for possession of crack cocaine. Criminal Justice Reinvestment Act of 2009 (HR 4080/S 2772), all provisions related to assisting states with slowing their jail and prison population growth and reducing corrections expenditures. Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act (S. 678), all provisions related to implementing juvenile delinquency prevention programs and alternatives to detention for juveniles who are status or first time offenders, including community-based services to address the needs of at-risk youth.
Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2009 (S. 1963), all provisions related to establishing a program to provide peer outreach and support services, readjustment counseling, and other mental health services to veterans of the Iraq war and their families.
FY 2010 Omnibus Budget Bill (HR 3288), all provisions related to the budget for agencies and/or programs related to mental health and addiction services. Making appropriations for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and for other purposes (HR 3293), all provisions related to the budget for agencies and/or programs related to mental health and addiction services. Making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and for other purposes (HR 2847), all provisions related to appropriations for the Second Chance Act, the Mentally Ill Offender Treatment Act, drug courts, state prison substance abuse treatment programs, and extending the increase in the federal medical assistance percentage to June 30, 2011.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Community Mental Health Services Improvement Act (HR 1011/S 1188), all provisions of bill relating to community mental health services improvement Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act (HR 1721/ S 697), all provisions relating to the creation of a new national insurance program for adults seeking access to long-term services and supports if they became functionally disabled. Americas Healthy Future Act, all provisions related to the coverage of mental health and substance use disorder services and health information technology investments. Affordable Access to Prescription Medications Act (HR 3799), all provisions relating to placing a cap on out-of-pocket spending on prescription medications and restricting the practice of imposing co-insurance policies that disproportionately affect people with severe chronic illnesses. Affordable Health Care for America Act (HR 3962), all provisions related to the coverage of mental health and substance use disorder services and health information technology investments ENHANCED Act (S 1857/HR 4204), all provisions related to establishing national centers of excellence for the treatment of depression and bipolar disorder and the development of evidence-based treatment standards and clinical guidelines for improving the detection of depression and bipolar disorder. Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (HR 3590), all provisions related to the coverage of mental health and substance use disorder services and health information technology investments. Rural Telemedicine Enhancing Community Health (TECH) Act of 2009 (S. 2749), all provisions related to establishing pilot projects in rural and underserved areas of the country to provide telehealth services and analyze their cost-effectiveness and clinical outcomes. Mental Health in Schools Act of 2009 (H.R. 2531), all provisions related to providing grant funding for licensed mental health professionals to work with students with mental disorders.
The Frank Melville Supportive Housing Investment Act of 2009 (HR 1675), all provisions relating to amending section 811 of the Cranston-Gonzales National Affordable Housing Act (42 U.S.C 8013) to expand the supply of supportive housing to persons with disabilities through several measures including capital advances and contracts for project rental assistance.
Fairness in Cocaine Sentencing Act (HR 3245), all provisions related to equalizing criminal penalties for the possession of crack cocaine and powder cocaine and removing the five year minimum sentencing for possession of crack cocaine. Fair Sentencing Act (S. 1789), all provisions related to equalizing criminal penalties for the possession of crack cocaine and powder cocaine and removing the five year minimum sentencing for possession of crack cocaine. Criminal Justice Reinvestment Act of 2009 (HR 4080/S 2772), all provisions related to assisting states with slowing their jail and prison population growth and reducing corrections expenditures. Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act (S. 678), all provisions related to implementing juvenile delinquency prevention programs and alternatives to detention for juveniles who are status or first time offenders, including community-based services to address the needs of at-risk youth.
The Mental Illness Chronic Care Improvement Act (HR 3065/S 1136), all provisions of bill which authorizes a Medicaid demonstration program to improve the health outcomes and satisfaction of individuals with chronic mental illness. Medicaid Services Restoration Act of 2009 (S 1217), all provisions related to clarifying the definition and scope of rehabilitation services and targeted case management. Jobs for Main Street Act (HR 2847), all provisions related to extending the increase in the federal medical assistance percentage to June 30, 2011.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2009 Omnibus Budget Bill (HR 1105), all provisions related to the budget for agencies and/or programs related to mental health and addiction services.
Making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and for other purposes (HR 2847), all provisions related to appropriations for the Second Chance Act, the Mentally Ill Offender Treatment Act, drug courts, and state prison substance abuse treatment programs. The Recidivism Reduction Act (HR 2829), all provisions related to ensuring prompt access to Medicaid and Social Security benefits for persons with serious mental illnesses upon their release from jails, prisons or other correctional facilities. Fairness in Cocaine Sentencing Act (HR 3245), all provisions related to equalizing criminal penalties for the possession of crack cocaine and powder cocaine and removing the five year minimum sentencing for possession of crack cocaine.
The Mental Illness Chronic Care Improvement Act (HR 3065/S 1136), all provisions of bill which authorizes a Medicaid demonstration program to improve the health outcomes and satisfaction of individuals with chronic mental illness. Medicaid Services Restoration Act of 2009 (S 1217), all provisions related to clarifying the definition and scope of rehabilitation services and targeted case management.
The Frank Melville Supportive Housing Investment Act of 2009 (HR 1675), all provisions relating to amending section 811 of the Cranston-Gonzales National Affordable Housing Act (42 U.S.C 8013) to expand the supply of supportive housing to persons with disabilities through several measures including capital advances and contracts for project rental assistance. Section 8 Voucher Reform Act (HR 3045), all provisions related to authorizing new vouchers and changing the application process to allow individuals in treatment for chronic abuse of alcohol and certain individuals with felony or misdemeanor convictions to be eligible for vouchers. Services for Ending Long-Term Homelessness Act (S 1523), all provisions related to providing housing and support services to individuals who are suffering from a mental illness.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2009 Omnibus Budget Bill (HR1105), all provisions relating to the budget for agencies and/or programs related to mental health and addiction services.
The Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Reauthorization Act of 2009 (S 678), all provisions relating to the usage of evidence-based and effective practices for mental health and substance abuse services, afterschool and mentoring programs for youth at risk of court involvement and youth under court supervision, and supportive services for reentry of formerly incarcerated/detained juveniles into positive family and community life. Making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and for other purposes (HR 2847), all provisions related to appropriations for the Second Chance Act, the Mentally Ill Offender Treatment Act, drug courts, and state prison substance abuse treatment programs. The Recidivism Reduction Act (HR 2829), all provisions related to ensuring prompt access to Medicaid and Social Security benefits for persons with serious mental illnesses upon their release from jails, prisons or other correctional facilities.
To amend title 38, United States Code, to expand veteran eligibility for reimbursement by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs for emergency treatment furnished in a non-Department facility, and for other purposes.(HR 1377), all provisions of bill relating to allowing veterans to get reimbursed for emergency care they receive at non-Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals. Veterans' Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2009 (HR 1513), all provisions of bill relating to increasing the rate of veterans' disability compensation, provide additional compensation for dependents and dependency and indemnity compensation for surviving spouses and children. Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program Reauthorization Act of 2009, (HR 1171), all provisions of bill relating to reauthorize the Department of Veterans Affairs homeless veterans' reintegration programs for job training, counseling, and placement services to expedite the reintegration of homeless veterans into the labor force. Women Veterans Health Care Improvement Act (HR 1211), all provisions relating to a new program to offer graduate medical education, training and certification to mental health professionals who provide counseling, care and services for veterans suffering from sexual trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder and the creation of a pilot program to provide child care to veterans who are receiving mental health or other intensive care services at Department of Veterans Affairs facilities.
The Mental Illness Chronic Care Improvement Act (HR 3065/S. 1136), all provisions of bill which authorizes a Medicaid demonstration program to improve the health outcomes and satisfaction of individuals with chronic mental illness. Medicaid Services Restoration Act of 2009 (S 1217), all provisions related to clarifying the definition and scope of rehabilitation services and targeted case management. Ending the Medicare Disability Waiting Period Act of 2009 (HR 1708/ S 700), all provisions relating to ending the two year waiting period for individuals on disability insurance to receive Medicare coverage for their health care needs. The Guidance, Understanding, and Information for Dual Eligibles (GUIDE) Act (HR2390), all provisions relating to the creation of a three year demonstration program that would give financial assistance to community provider organizations to aid clients with a mental disability to access medication and navigate the complex Medicare enrollment process. The Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act (H.R. 1693), all provisions related to allowing licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors to seek reimbursement through Medicare.
The Frank Melville Supportive Housing Investment Act of 2009 (HR 1675), all provisions relating to amending section 811 of the Cranston-Gonzales National Affordable Housing Act (42 U.S.C 8013) to expand the supply of supportive housing to persons with disabilities through several measures including capital advances and contracts for project rental assistance.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Medicaid, behavioral health workforce investments, subsidized housing for individuals with disabilities, Medicare, opportunities to reduce recidivism into the criminal justice system for individuals with mental health and substance use problems, veterans services and supports.
Medicaid, behavioral health workforce investments, subsidized housing for individuals with disabilities, Medicare, opportunities to reduce recidivism into the criminal justice system for individuals with mental health and substance use problems, veterans services and supports.
Medicaid, behavioral health workforce investments, subsidized housing for individuals with disabilities, Medicare, opportunities to reduce recidivism into the criminal justice system for individuals with mental health and substance use problems, veterans services and supports.
Stop AIDS in Prison Act of 2009 (HR 1429), Sections 1-6, all provisions related to providing HIV testing, treatment, and prevention for inmates in federal prisons and upon reentry into the community. Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Reauthorization Act of 2009 (S. 678), all provisions related to reauthorizing the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act.
Brewers Excise and Economic Relief Act of 2009 (HR 836), all provisions related to reducing the excise tax for beer.
Ending of the Medicare Disability Waiting Period Act of 2009 (HR 1708/S 700), all provisions related to ending the 2-year waiting period for individuals with disabilities to become eligible for Medicare
2009 Omnibus Budget Bill (HR1105), all provisions related to the budget for agencies and/or programs related to mental health and addiction services. 2010 Budget Reconciliation (HConRes 85/ SConRes 13) Function 550, all provisions related to health American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (HR 598/S1), all provisions related to increased funding for Medicaid, health information technology, and various social service programs
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Community Mental Health Services Improvement Act (S. 2182/HR 5176), Sections 1-9, all provisions of bill relating to community mental health services improvement. Community-Based Mental Health Infrastructure Improvement Act (S. 2183/HR 4899), Sections 1 and 2, all provisions of bill relating to community mental health infrastructure improvement. The Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 (HR 1424), Section 506, all provisions of bill pertaining to the Paul Wellstone and Pete Domenici Mental Health Parity & Addiction Equity Act of 2008, providing mental health and addiction services parity with general health services.
Mentally Ill Offender Treatment and Crime Reduction Reauthorization and Improvement Act of 2007 (MIOTCRA) (S 2304), Sections 1-6, all provisions relating to grants for the diversion and treatment of non-violent, mentally ill offenders.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Frank Melville Supportive Housing Investment Act of 2008 (HR 5772), Sections 2-7, all provisions relating to the authorization of a new Section 811 Demonstration program, allowing for the funding of new permanent supportive housing units, as well as reforms and improvements to the existing Section 811 program.
Community Mental Health Services Improvement Act (S. 2182/HR 5176), Sections 1-9, all provisions of bill relating to community mental health services improvement Community-Based Mental Health Infrastructure Improvement Act (S. 2183/HR 4899), Sections 1 and 2, all provisions of bill relating to community mental health infrastructure improvement Melanie Blocker Stokes Moms Opportunity to Access Health, Education, Research, and Support for Postpartum Depression (MOTHERS) Act (S 1375), Titles I and II, all provisions of bill relating to postpartum depression education, outreach, and funding Advancing Americas Priorities Act (S 3297), Sections 1204 (Subtitle D) and Section 2209 (Subtitle C), all provisions related to the Melanie Blocker Stokes Moms Opportunity to Access Health, Education, Research, and Support for Postpartum Depression (MOTHERS) Act and the Mentally Ill Offender Treatment and Crime Reduction Reauthorization and Improvement Act of 2007. The Mental Health Campus Improvement Act (S 3311), Sections 1-4, all provisions of bill relating to improving mental and behavioral health services on campus. The Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 (HR 1424), Section 506, all provisions of bill pertaining to the Paul Wellstone and Pete Domenici Mental Health Parity & Addiction Equity Act of 2008, providing mental health and addiction services parity with general health services. Paul Wellstone Mental Health and Addiction Equity Act (HR 1424), Titles I-III, all provisions relating to mental health and addiction treatment parity Mental Health Parity Act of 2007 (S 558), Sections 1-4, all provisions relating to mental health and addiction treatment parity. The Paul Wellstone and Pete Domenici Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 (HR 6983), Sections 1-3, all provisions relating to mental health and addiction treatment parity.
The Medicaid Services Restoration Act of 2008 (S 3611), Sections 101-206, all provisions of the bill relating to improving the provision of rehabilitation services and case management and targeted case management services under the Medicaid program. The Reinstatement of Enrollment for Medicaid Eligibility of Disadvantaged Youth (REMEDY) Act (HR 6621), Sections 1-2, all provisions of bill relating to providing youth leaving the juvenile justice system timely access to Medicaid and State Childrens Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) benefits upon their release. Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 (HR 6331), Title I, all provisions related to blocking the 10.6 percent cut to physician payment rates under Medicare, eliminating Medicares discriminatory 50 percent outpatient copayment for mental illness, expanding access to Medicares telehealth program, and improvements to the Part D prescription drug program. Protecting Hospital Outpatient and Community Clinic Services Act of 2008 (HR 7219), Sections 1-2, all provisions related to placing a moratorium and prevent implementation of the Medicaid Outpatient Hospital and Clinic regulation. Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 (HR 6331), Title I, all provisions related to blocking the 10.6 percent cut to physician payment rates under Medicare, eliminating Medicares discriminatory 50 percent outpatient copayment for mental illness, expanding access to Medicares telehealth program, and improvements to the Part D prescription drug program.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Veterans Mental Health Outreach and Access Act (S 38), Sections 1-3, all provisions that would authorize the VA to increase the availability of mental health support for veterans and to contract with community mental health centers to provide services. Justin Bailey Veterans Substance Use Disorders Prevention and Treatment Act of 2008 (HR 5554), Sections 2-5, all provisions that would propose that VA medical centers provide ready access to a full continuum of care for substance use disorders for veterans in need of such care, plus plans for a pilot program for internet-based substance use disorder treatment. Veterans' Mental Health and Other Care Improvements Act of 2008 (S 2162), Titles III, IV, and V, all provisions related to improving treatment of veterans with co-occurring disorders, such as PTSD and addictions, as well as ensure a minimum level of addictions treatment for veterans.
Frank Melville Supportive Housing Investment Act of 2008 (HR 5772), Sections 2-7, all provisions relating to the authorization of a new Section 811 Demonstration program, allowing for the funding of new permanent supportive housing units, as well as reforms and improvements to the existing Section 811 program.
Protecting the Medicaid Safety Net Act of 2008 (HR 5613), Sections 1 and 2, all provisions that would delay seven recent Medicaid regulations proposed by the Bush Administration, including those affecting case management and the rehabilitative service option, for one year Making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2008, and for other purposes (HR 2642). Title VII, Sec. 7001.(a), all provisions that would delay six recent Medicaid regulations proposed by the Bush Administration, including those affecting case management and the rehabilitative service option, for one year Economic Recovery in Health Care Act of 2008 (S 2819), Section 3, all provisions that would delay seven recent Medicaid regulations proposed by the Bush Administration, including those affecting case management and the rehabilitative service option, for one year Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 (HR 6331), Title I, all provisions related to blocking the 10.6 percent cut to physician payment rates under Medicare, eliminating Medicares discriminatory 50 percent outpatient copayment for mental illness, expanding access to Medicares telehealth program, and improvements to the Part D prescription drug program. Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 (S 3101), Title I, all provisions related to blocking the 10.6 percent cut to physician payment rates under Medicare, eliminating Medicares discriminatory 50 percent outpatient copayment for mental illness, expanding access to Medicares telehealth program, and improvements to the Part D prescription drug program.
Community-Based Mental Health Infrastructure Improvement Act (S. 2183/HR 4899), Sections 1 and 2, all provisions of bill relating to community mental health infrastructure improvement Melanie Blocker Stokes Moms Opportunity to Access Health, Education, Research, and Support for Postpartum Depression (MOTHERS) Act (S 1375), Titles I and II, all provisions of bill relating to postpartum depression education, outreach, and funding Paul Wellstone Mental Health and Addiction Equity Act (HR 1424), Titles I-III, all provisions relating to mental health and addiction treatment parity Mental Health Parity Act of 2007 (S 558), Sections 1-4, all provisions relating to mental health and addiction treatment parity Community Mental Health Services Improvement Act (S. 2182/HR 5176), Sections 1-9, all provisions of bill relating to community mental health services improvement
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP Extension Act of 2007 (S. 2499), Title II, all provisions relating to a six-month moratorium on rulemaking related to the Medicaid Rehabilitation and School-Based Services regulations To temporarily delay application of proposed changes to Medicaid payment rules for case management and targeted case management services (HR 5173), Section 1, all provisions relating to delaying the implementation of recently released Interim Final Regulation on Medicaid case management services for one year Indian Health Care Improvement Act Amendments of 2008 (S 1200), S.AMDT.4023, provision to temporarily delay application of proposed changes to Medicaid payment rules for case management and targeted case management services To provide for a temporary increase of the Federal medical assistance percentage under the Medicaid Program, and for other purposes (HR 5268), Sections 1 and 2, all provisions to temporarily increase the Medicaid FMAP by 2.95 percent from April 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009 Protecting the Medicaid Safety Net Act of 2008 (HR 5613), Sections 1 and 2, all provisions that would delay seven recent Medicaid regulations proposed by the Bush Administration, including those affecting case management and the rehabilitative service option, for one year
Community Mental Health Services Improvement Act (S. 2182/HR 5176), Sections 1-9, all provisions of bill relating to community mental health services improvement Community-Based Mental Health Infrastructure Improvement Act (S. 2183/HR 4899), Sections 1 and 2, all provisions of bill relating to community mental health infrastructure improvement Melanie Blocker Stokes Moms Opportunity to Access Health, Education, Research, and Support for Postpartum Depression (MOTHERS) Act (S 1375), Titles I and II, all provisions of bill relating to postpartum depression education, outreach, and funding To extend for one year parity in the application of certain limits to mental health benefits, and for other purposes (HR 4848), Section 1, all provisions relating to extending the 1996 Mental Health Parity Act (MHPA) for an additional year Paul Wellstone Mental Health and Addiction Equity Act (HR 1424), Titles I-III, all provisions relating to mental health and addiction treatment parity Mental Health Parity Act of 2007 (S 558), Sections 1-4, all provisions relating to mental health and addiction treatment parity Caring for an Aging America Act of 2008 (S 2708) Sections 1-6, all provisions which would provide for the establishment of a new geriatric and gerontology loan repayment program.
FY 2009 Budget Resolution (HConRes312/SConRes70), Titles I and III, all provisions relating to: funding for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA); National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA); NIH, National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA); NIH, National Institute on Mental Health (NIMH)
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Veterans Mental Health Outreach and Access Act (HR 2689/S. 38) Veterans' Health Care Improvement Act of 2007 (HR 2874)
Commerce, Justice, Science (HR 3093/S. 1745) Labor, HHS, Education (HR 3043/S. 1710) Transportation, HUD (HR 3074/S. 1789) FY 2007 Supplemental (HR 2206/HR 2207)
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Medicare Mental Health Modernization Act of 2007 (HR 1663) Medicare Mental Health Copayment Equity Act of 2007 (S 1715) Guaranteed Access to Medicaid for Newborns Act of 2007 (S. 751) To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act with respect to meeting the citizenship documentation requirement for children born in the United States (HR 1238) 340B Program Improvement and Integrity Act of 2007 (HR 2606)
Military/Veterans (HR 6242/S 1645) Commerce/Justice/Science (HR3093/S1745) Labor/HHS/Education (HR3043/S1710) Transportation/HUD (HR3074/S1789) FY2007 Supplemental (HR 2206/HR 2207)
Veterans Mental Health Outreach and Access Act (S 38/HR 2689) Veterans' Health Care Improvement Act of 2007(HR 2874)
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
HR 1704/S 1934 Second Chance Act
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
HR 2355 - Health Care Choice Act HR 1402 - Paul Wellstone Mental Health Equitable Treatment Act
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE