Behavioral Health Services Act

The Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) replaces the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) of 2004. It reforms behavioral health care funding to prioritize services for people with the most significant mental health needs, while adding the treatment of substance use disorders (SUD), expanding housing interventions, and increasing the behavioral health workforce. It also enhances oversight, transparency, and accountability at the state and local levels. Additionally, the Behavioral Health Services Act creates pathways to ensure equitable access to care by advancing equity and reducing disparities for individuals with behavioral health needs. 

The MHSA was passed by California voters in 2004 and funded by a one percent income tax on personal income in excess of $1 million per year. It was designed to expand and transform California's behavioral health system to better serve individuals with, and at risk of, serious mental health issues, and their families. MHSA addressed a broad continuum of prevention, early intervention, and service needs and the necessary infrastructure, technology, and training elements that effectively support the public behavioral health system.

Opportunity for Public Comment

The public comment period for MCBH's FY 2026-2029 BHSA Integrated Plan will be open from May 4, 2026 until June 7, 2026. To provide feedback on Mono County's Plan, please email Amanda Greenberg at agreenberg@mono.ca.gov. You'll find the Draft for public comment in the documents below or directly at this link.

A Public Hearing will take place on June 8, 2026. Location information is below:

Mono County Civic Center
Dana Room (2nd floor)
1290 Tavern Road Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546

Hybrid Zoom Webinar Option:
https://monocounty.zoom.us/j/89324302929

Join via audio:
+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
Webinar ID: 893 2430 2929

Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Information

For information and historical documents related to the MHSA, visit this link.