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H 2192

An Act to promote high value and evidence-based behavioral health care

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Jim Arciero

H 2192 directs Massachusetts to prioritize evidence-based behavioral health treatments and services to improve outcomes and resource allocation in mental health and substance use care.

Hearing scheduled for 11/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
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Bill Summary · H 2192

Legislative bill overview

H 2192 aims to improve Massachusetts' behavioral health system by directing state resources toward high-value, evidence-based treatments and services. The bill establishes frameworks for evaluating and prioritizing mental health and substance use disorder interventions based on clinical evidence and outcomes data.

Why is this important

Behavioral health conditions affect hundreds of thousands of Massachusetts residents annually, yet treatment quality and access vary significantly. By requiring evidence-based approaches, the bill could reduce ineffective spending, improve treatment outcomes, and potentially lower costs through better resource allocation in an increasingly strained mental health system.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition and measurement challenges: Determining what constitutes "evidence-based" and "high-value" care involves subjective judgments; different stakeholders may disagree on which treatments qualify, potentially limiting access to newer or alternative therapies
  • Implementation costs and timelines: Establishing new evaluation systems and data infrastructure requires significant upfront investment; agencies may lack resources to implement effectively within initial timelines
  • Equity concerns: Evidence-based treatment hierarchies could inadvertently disadvantage vulnerable populations if research hasn't adequately studied treatments in diverse communities, potentially perpetuating existing disparities in care access

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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