Bipartisan PEERS Act Introduced to Expand Medicare Mental Health Coverage

December 17 – December 18, 2025

Lawmakers in both the House and Senate have introduced the PEERS Act of 2025 to integrate certified peer support services into Medicare by 2027. This legislation aims to bolster mental health and addiction recovery resources for beneficiaries in community and rural health settings.

Policies— 2 policys

Rep. Chu and Rep. Smith Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Medicare Coverage for Peer Support Services

H.R. 6841

Congress seeks to have Medicare cover peer support services at certain mental health clinics starting in 2027

S. 3521

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