California Senate Bill 855 Health Coverage: Mental Health Or Substance Use Disorders
On September 29, 2025, the California legislature published this Senate Bill (SB) 855 regarding health coverage for mental health or substance use disorders. Senate Bill 855 strengthens the California Parity Act to require that insurers cover medically necessary treatment for all mental health and substance use disorders (MH/SUD) to ensure individuals receive the comprehensive care they need to treat their underlying conditions . . .