Telemental Health Care Access Act of 2025
Telemental Health Care Access Act of 2025
Plain Language Summary
# Telemental Health Care Access Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Telemental Health Care Access Act of 2025 would expand access to mental health services delivered remotely through technology like video calls and online platforms. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically aim to remove regulatory barriers that prevent patients from receiving counseling, therapy, and psychiatric care via telehealth, and may address insurance coverage and licensing requirements across state lines. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily affect mental health patients seeking remote care options, mental health providers (therapists, counselors, psychiatrists), insurance companies, and state licensing boards. It could make mental health services more accessible to people in rural areas, those with mobility challenges, and individuals who prefer virtual appointments. **Current Status** As of now, HR 3884 is in committee, meaning it's still in the early legislative stage and hasn't been voted on by the full House.
The bill was introduced by Representative Doris Matsui (D-CA). For more detailed information about specific provisions, you can search the bill number on Congress.gov to view the full legislative text once it becomes available.
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Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.