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SB 165

Establishes provisions relating to behavioral health. (BDR 54-145)

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Carrie Buck and 2 co-sponsors

Nevada enacts comprehensive behavioral health provisions (SB 165) to regulate mental health and substance abuse services delivery statewide, affecting provider standards and care access.

Approved by the Governor. Chapter 379.
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Bill Summary · SB 165

Legislative bill overview

SB 165 establishes new provisions relating to behavioral health services in Nevada. The bill was introduced by Carrie Buck, Rochelle Nguyen, and John Steinbeck, and was signed into law by the Governor on June 6, 2025, becoming Chapter 379 of Nevada's statutes.

Why is this important

Behavioral health legislation affects how mental health and substance abuse services are delivered, funded, and regulated across the state. This can impact access to care, insurance coverage, provider licensing standards, and public health outcomes for Nevada residents struggling with mental illness and addiction.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanisms – Unclear whether new services require state budget appropriations or rely on existing resources, potentially affecting other programs
  • Provider requirements – May impose licensing, training, or reporting obligations on behavioral health professionals that some view as burdensome or beneficial depending on perspective
  • Insurance mandates – Could require health insurers to cover specific behavioral health services, raising costs for insurers and potentially affecting premium rates

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

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