PROVE Act

House Bill

H.R. 4851

119th Congress

PROVE Act

In Committee

Introduced:Aug 1, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Elise M. Stefanik

Representative

Republican

NY-21

Cosponsors

57

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Health

Summary

The 9-8-8 Implementation Act of 2023 aims to improve access to mental health and suicide crisis services. It establishes new programs and funding to support crisis call centers and the 9-8-8 hotline, which provides callers with mental health resources. The bill also requires insurance plans to cover crisis response services.

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

SponsorElise M. Stefanik (R-NY)

Introduced8/1/2025

StatusReferred to the House Committee on House Administration.

ChamberHouse

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PROVE Act

The 9-8-8 Implementation Act of 2023 aims to improve access to mental health and suicide crisis services. It establishes new programs and funding to support crisis call centers and the 9-8-8 hotline, which provides callers with mental health resources. The bil

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The 9-8-8 Implementation Act of 2023 aims to improve access to mental health and suicide crisis services. It establishes new programs and funding to support crisis call centers and the 9-8-8 hotline, which provides callers with mental health resources. The bill also requires insurance plans to cover crisis response services.

Bill Number: 4851
Sponsor: Elise M. Stefanik (R-NY)
Introduced: 8/1/2025
Status: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Policy Area: Health

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Fact Sheet

Title: PROVE Act
Bill Number: 4851
Sponsor: Elise M. Stefanik (R-NY)
Status: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Introduced: 8/1/2025
Summary: The 9-8-8 Implementation Act of 2023 aims to improve access to mental health and suicide crisis services. It establishes new programs and funding to support crisis call centers and the 9-8-8 hotline, which provides callers with mental health resources. The bill also requires insurance plans to cover

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

The 9-8-8 Implementation Act of 2023 aims to improve access to mental health and suicide crisis services. It establishes new programs and funding to support crisis call centers and the 9-8-8 hotline, which provides callers with mental health resources. The bill also requires insurance plans to cover crisis response services.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

9-8-8 Implementation Act of 2023This bill modifies programs and activities that support access to behavioral health services, with a focus on crisis services and the 9-8-8 telecommunication system that provides callers with mental health or suicide crisis support and resources.For example, the bill establishes a national suicide prevention media campaign and grant programs to support crisis call centers and the behavioral health workforce. It also requires the Department of Health and Human Services to convene a panel to develop recommendations for 9-1-1 dispatchers on how respond to callers experiencing behavioral health crises, including with respect to utilizing the 9-8-8 system.The bill also expands coverage under Medicare, Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), private insurance, and insurance programs for members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and federal employees to include crisis response services.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Establishes a national suicide prevention media campaign and grant programs to support crisis call centers and the behavioral health workforce
Requires the Department of Health and Human Services to develop recommendations for 9-1-1 dispatchers on responding to callers experiencing behavioral health crises
Expands coverage under Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, private insurance, and insurance for members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and federal employees to include crisis response services

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would directly impact individuals experiencing mental health or suicidal crises, as well as their families and communities. It would improve access to crisis resources and ensure insurance coverage for these critical services, making it easier for people to get the help they need. This could lead to better outcomes and fewer tragedies related to mental health emergencies.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Health

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Child health

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

4851, 119th Congress (2025). "PROVE Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-4851

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