Texas SB176 allows school districts to contract for on-campus mental health services and receive Medicaid reimbursement for services to eligible.

Texas SB176 amends the Education Code to enable school districts to contract with local mental health authorities or community-based providers for on-campus mental health services. These services can include assessments and treatment. At the request of a student's parent or guardian, the mental health provider can share assessment results or services provided with the student's primary care physician.

Texas SB176 allows school districts to contract for on-campus mental health services and receive Medicaid reimbursement for services to eligible.

Texas SB176 amends the Education Code to enable school districts to contract with local mental health authorities or community-based providers for on-campus mental health services. These services can include assessments and treatment. At the request of a student's parent or guardian, the mental health provider can share assessment results or services provided with the student's primary care physician.