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To direct the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to establish a demonstration program to refer qualified participants within the Continuum of Care Program to Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics for certain treatment, and for other purposes.

1/22/2025, 9:20 AM

Summary of Bill HR 577

Bill 119 HR 577, also known as the "Housing and Urban Development Demonstration Program Act," aims to address the mental health needs of individuals within the Continuum of Care Program. The bill directs the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to establish a demonstration program that would refer qualified participants to Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics for specific treatment.

The purpose of this program is to provide individuals within the Continuum of Care Program with access to high-quality mental health services through Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics. These clinics are specialized in providing comprehensive behavioral health services, including mental health and substance abuse treatment.

The bill outlines the criteria for participants to be referred to these clinics, ensuring that only qualified individuals receive the necessary treatment. Additionally, the program aims to improve coordination between housing and mental health services, ultimately leading to better outcomes for participants. Overall, Bill 119 HR 577 seeks to address the mental health needs of individuals within the Continuum of Care Program by establishing a demonstration program that refers qualified participants to Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics for specific treatment.

Current Status of Bill HR 577

Bill HR 577 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 21, 2025. Bill HR 577 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 21, 2025.  Bill HR 577's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of January 21, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 577

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 577

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 577

To direct the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to establish a demonstration program to refer qualified participants within the Continuum of Care Program to Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics for certain treatment, and for other purposes.
To direct the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to establish a demonstration program to refer qualified participants within the Continuum of Care Program to Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics for certain treatment, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 577

Ken Calvert
Ken Calvert
CaliforniaRepublican
David G. Valadao
David G. Valadao
CaliforniaRepublican

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