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To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Mental Health for fiscal year 2024.

12/15/2023, 3:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2002

Bill 118 hr 2002, also known as the "Limitation on Availability of Funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Mental Health for Fiscal Year 2024," aims to place restrictions on the amount of funds that can be allocated to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) within the Department of Health and Human Services for mental health services in the fiscal year 2024.

The bill seeks to limit the availability of funds for SAMHSA's mental health programs, potentially impacting the agency's ability to provide crucial mental health services to individuals in need. This limitation on funds could result in reduced access to mental health treatment, support, and resources for those struggling with mental health issues.

It is important to note that the bill does not specify the exact amount of funds that will be limited or the specific programs within SAMHSA that will be affected. However, the overall goal of the bill appears to be to control spending within the agency and potentially redirect funds to other areas of need within the Department of Health and Human Services. As with any legislation, it is crucial for lawmakers and the public to carefully consider the potential implications of limiting funds for mental health services and to ensure that individuals in need of mental health support continue to receive the care and resources they require.

Congressional Summary of HR 2002

This bill limits FY2024 funding for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration for mental health.

Current Status of Bill HR 2002

Bill HR 2002 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill HR 2002 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023.  Bill HR 2002's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of April 7, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2002

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2002

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Child health
- Department of Health and Human Services
- Executive agency funding and structure

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2002

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Mental Health for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Mental Health for fiscal year 2024.

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