Mental Health Improvement Act

This bill aims to continue critical funding for mental and behavioral health education and training programs by amending the Public Health Service Act. Specifically, it updates the period of authorization for these essential grants. The reauthorization extends the funding availability from the previously designated fiscal years 2023 through 2027 to the new period of fiscal years 2026 through 2030 . This legislative action ensures ongoing federal support for developing and strengthening the mental and behavioral health workforce across the nation. By reauthorizing these grants, the bill seeks to improve access to qualified professionals and enhance the quality of mental health services.