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Mental Health and MAMA Act of 2024
1/4/2025, 11:17 AM
Summary of Bill HR 8390
Bill 118 HR 8390, also known as the Mental Health and MAMA Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing mental health issues and providing support for new mothers. The bill focuses on improving access to mental health services for individuals struggling with mental health disorders, as well as providing resources for maternal mental health.
One key aspect of the bill is the expansion of mental health services through increased funding for mental health programs and initiatives. This includes funding for mental health clinics, crisis intervention services, and mental health education and awareness campaigns. The bill also aims to improve access to mental health services in underserved communities, particularly in rural areas where mental health resources may be limited.
In addition to addressing mental health issues, the Mental Health and MAMA Act of 2024 also includes provisions to support new mothers and promote maternal mental health. This includes funding for postpartum depression screening and treatment programs, as well as support for maternal mental health research and education. Overall, the bill seeks to improve mental health outcomes for individuals struggling with mental health disorders and provide support for new mothers experiencing maternal mental health issues. By increasing access to mental health services and resources, the Mental Health and MAMA Act of 2024 aims to promote overall well-being and mental health in the United States.
One key aspect of the bill is the expansion of mental health services through increased funding for mental health programs and initiatives. This includes funding for mental health clinics, crisis intervention services, and mental health education and awareness campaigns. The bill also aims to improve access to mental health services in underserved communities, particularly in rural areas where mental health resources may be limited.
In addition to addressing mental health issues, the Mental Health and MAMA Act of 2024 also includes provisions to support new mothers and promote maternal mental health. This includes funding for postpartum depression screening and treatment programs, as well as support for maternal mental health research and education. Overall, the bill seeks to improve mental health outcomes for individuals struggling with mental health disorders and provide support for new mothers experiencing maternal mental health issues. By increasing access to mental health services and resources, the Mental Health and MAMA Act of 2024 aims to promote overall well-being and mental health in the United States.
Current Status of Bill HR 8390
Bill HR 8390 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 14, 2024. Bill HR 8390 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 14, 2024. Bill HR 8390's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8390
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
3Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
32Democrat Cosponsors
32Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8390
Primary Policy Focus
HealthAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8390
To amend the Public Health Service Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require that group health plans and health insurance issuers offering group or individual health insurance that provide coverage for mental health services and substance use disorder services provide such services without the imposition of cost-sharing from the diagnosis of pregnancy through the 1-year period following such pregnancy, and for other purposes.
To amend the Public Health Service Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require that group health plans and health insurance issuers offering group or individual health insurance that provide coverage for mental health services and substance use disorder services provide such services without the imposition of cost-sharing from the diagnosis of pregnancy through the 1-year period following such pregnancy, and for other purposes.
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