Bill119th CongressFiled Jul 22, 2026Health
H.R. 9847
Improving CARE for Youth Act
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jul 22, 2026)
Improving Coordination and Access to Resources Equitably for Youth Act or the Improving CARE for Youth Act
This bill prohibits state Medicaid programs from denying coverage for primary care, substance use disorder, and mental health services that are furnished on the same day at the same office, clinic, or other outpatient facility (including via telehealth).
What just happenedJul 22, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Dunn, Neal P. [R-FL-2](R-FL)Sponsor
2 cosponsors
- Introduced in HouseJul 22, 2026