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Mental Health Access for Former Inmates
Recent Bills/Mental Health Access for Former Inmates

Mental Health Access for Former Inmates

IntroducedFebruary 12, 2026
Introduced6 months ago
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Why This Matters

The Second Chance Mental Health Access Act of 2026 ensures that certain individuals who were recently incarcerated can receive mental health care through telehealth. This is important for helping them adjust to life after incarceration and improving their overall well-being.

If you are a former inmate under home confinement, you can get 12 mental health visits each year through Medicaid.
Who this affects
Individuals under home confinement
What changes is this bill making?
  1. 1This bill requires Medicaid to cover 12 mental health telehealth visits each year.
  2. 2It specifically targets individuals who were recently incarcerated and are now under home confinement.
  3. 3The telehealth visits can help these individuals manage their mental health needs.
  4. 4The coverage starts for those released from public institutions after the bill is enacted.
  5. 5This aims to improve mental health support for people transitioning back into the community.
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Bills must pass the House, Senate, and be signed by the President to become law.
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IntroducedCurrentFeb 12

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Donald Trump
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