Ensuring Excellence in Mental Health Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 8487 Ensuring Excellence in Mental Health Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

5/19/2026, 8:12 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8487

This bill, titled "To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to adjust coverage and payment for certified community behavioral health clinic services under the Medicare and Medicaid programs, and for other purposes," was introduced in the 119th Congress on April 23, 2026.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8487

Bill HR 8487 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 23, 2026. Bill HR 8487 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 23, 2026. Bill HR 8487's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of April 23, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8487

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8487

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to adjust coverage and payment for certified community behavioral health clinic services under the Medicare and Medicaid programs, and for other purposes.