SB39Introduced in the Senate
Behavioral Health Rate Methodology Modernization - Workgroup Establishment and Study
Introduced by Clarence Lam, District 12
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Requiring the Maryland Department of Health to conduct an independent cost-driven rate-setting study to set community provider rates for community-based behavioral health services; authorizing the Maryland Health Care Commission to require community providers to submit certain information for the completion of the report; establishing the Workgroup on Behavioral Health Rate Methodology Modernization to develop reimbursement methodologies for certain health clinics, outpatient mental health centers, and independent providers; etc.
Where it stands
Approved by the Governor - Chapter 218
April 28, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
House of Delegates votes
1 recorded vote · each counted separately
Senate votes
1 recorded vote · each counted separately
House of DelegatesStage: Third Reading Passed · April 13, 2026
134
Yes
3
No
4
Absent or Not Voting
141 delegates recorded in this House of Delegates vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each delegate voted
| Delegate | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Jason Buckel | 1 | Yes |
| Terry Baker | 1 | Yes |
| Jim Hinebaugh | 1 | Yes |
| William Wivell | 2 | Yes |
| William Valentine | 2 | Yes |
| Matthew Schindler | 2 | Yes |
| Ken Kerr | 3 | Yes |
| Kris Fair | 3 | Yes |
| Karen Simpson | 3 | Yes |
| Barrie Ciliberti | 4 | Yes |
Bill history
Pre-filed
First Reading Finance
Hearing 2/03 at 2:00 p.m.
Hearing canceled
Hearing 3/03 at 1:00 p.m.
Favorable with Amendments Report by Finance
Favorable with Amendments {273123/1 Adopted
Second Reading Passed with Amendments
Third Reading Passed (42-0)
Referred Rules and Executive Nominations
Rereferred to Health
Favorable Report by Health
Favorable Adopted Second Reading Passed
Third Reading Passed (134-3)
Returned Passed
Approved by the Governor - Chapter 218
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