119th Congress · HOUSE BILLBILL

H.R. 9847 — Improving CARE for Youth Act

“To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to ensure Medicaid coverage of mental health services or substance use disorder services and primary care services furnished on the same day.”

Introduced Jul 22, 2026

Last action Jul 22, 2026

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Introduced

Jul 22, 2026

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Referred

Jul 22, 2026

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Committee

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House floor

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Senate

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SummaryCRS Summary

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).

Provisions · 2 sectionsIntroduced in House

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Timeline · 2 actions

Jul 22, 2026

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Jul 22, 2026

Introduced in House