This bill amends Title XIX of the Social Security Act to enhance mental health support for certain previously incarcerated individuals under the Medicaid program. It mandates that state Medicaid plans provide coverage for 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for eligible individuals. This specific coverage applies to those enrolled in Medicaid who are under judicial home confinement and were immediately prior incarcerated in a public institution. The provision aims to ensure access to crucial mental health services throughout their period of home confinement, with the amendments taking effect for individuals released on or after the bill's enactment date.
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Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Second Chance Mental Health Access Act of 2026
USA119th CongressHR-7535| House
| Updated: 2/12/2026
This bill amends Title XIX of the Social Security Act to enhance mental health support for certain previously incarcerated individuals under the Medicaid program. It mandates that state Medicaid plans provide coverage for 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for eligible individuals. This specific coverage applies to those enrolled in Medicaid who are under judicial home confinement and were immediately prior incarcerated in a public institution. The provision aims to ensure access to crucial mental health services throughout their period of home confinement, with the amendments taking effect for individuals released on or after the bill's enactment date.