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Bipartisan Senators Push Mental Health Act to Expand Care

1/7/2026

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A bipartisan group of U.S. Senators introduced the Ensuring Excellence in Mental Health Act to expand Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics and address the behavioral health workforce shortage.
Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics provide comprehensive, 24/7 care.
The clinics have served 3 million people.
The clinics reduced emergency department visits and hospitalizations by 55%.
The legislation aims to improve access for older adults, integrate primary care, and expand workforce capacity.

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Story summary

A bipartisan group of U.S. Senators introduced the Ensuring Excellence in Mental Health Act to expand Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics and address the behavioral health workforce shortage.
Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics provide comprehensive, 24/7 care.
The clinics have served 3 million people.
The clinics reduced emergency department visits and hospitalizations by 55%.
The legislation aims to improve access for older adults, integrate primary care, and expand workforce capacity.