Bill
SF 2506
Overview: SF 2506, the "Children's Mental Health Act update", was referred to the Health and Human Services committee on March 13, 2025.Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to expand
Overview: SF 2506, the "Children's Mental Health Act update", was referred to the Health and Human Services committee on March 13, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to expand access to mental health services for children and adolescents in the state. It seeks to address gaps in the current system and ensure more comprehensive, coordinated care for young people struggling with mental health challenges.
Key Provisions:
- Requires the state's Department of Human Services to establish a statewide children's mental health crisis response system
- Mandates the development of a centralized directory of available children's mental health services and providers
- Allocates additional funding for school-based mental health programs and services
- Expands Medicaid coverage for a broader range of children's mental health treatments and therapies
Affected Parties and Impacts: This legislation would directly benefit children, adolescents, and their families by improving access to critical mental health resources. Schools, healthcare providers, and the state's Department of Human Services would also be impacted as they work to implement the new requirements.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Health and Human Services committee, where it will undergo a hearing and potential amendments before moving to a vote by the full legislature.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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