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Cuts to the Health and Human Services Department
Apr 3, 2025|2 min read
The Trump Administration has begun a reduction in force for the Health and Human Services Department (HHS). The Administration plans to lay off up to 10,000 employees across several agencies within the department.
Continuing Resolution Extends Telehealth Through September
Mar 20, 2025|1 min read
On March 14, Congress passed a continuing resolution (CR) to fund the federal government through September 30. This averted a federal government shutdown and largely maintains federal funding levels...
Artificial Intelligence Policy and Counseling
Mar 18, 2025|2 min read
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is advancing rapidly and becoming increasingly embedded in everyday life. While it has the potential to revolutionize the counseling profession, enhancing both practice and accessibility, it also presents significant risks.
The U.S. Supreme Court to Hear Case on Conversion Therapy Ban
Mar 13, 2025|3 min read
On March 9, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to review Chiles v. Salazar to rule on the constitutionality of Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy during the 2025-2026 term.
The Expiration of Telehealth Extensions
Mar 4, 2025|1 min read
The most recent telehealth extension is set to expire on Monday, March 31, 2025. Along with our coalition partners, we have engaged congressional leaders to highlight the critical need for telehealth services...
Government Funding Deadline Quickly Approaching
Mar 4, 2025|1 min read
As we approach the midpoint of the 2025 federal fiscal year (FY), the federal government continues to operate under a Continuing Resolution (CR) set to expire on Friday, March 14.
House Passes Budget Resolution That Threatens to Reduce Medicaid
Feb 28, 2025|2 min read
Earlier this week in a 217-215 vote, the House of Representatives passed a budget resolution that marks the beginning of efforts to reshape the Medicaid program.
ACA Engages 119th Congress on Mental Health Priorities
Jan 13, 2025|2 min read
ACA proudly participated in January welcome receptions for the 119th Congress. ACA met with lawmakers to address America’s growing mental health crisis and advocate for Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs)
Reflections on the 2024 SAMHSA OBHE Conference: A Milestone for Behavioral Health Equity
Dec 24, 2024|2 min read
2024 SAMHSA Office of Behavioral Health Equity (OBHE) Conference, themed "Re-Envisioning the Behavioral Health Workforce Focusing on Underserved Communities," highlighted transformative efforts to promote equity in mental health & substance use care.
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) October Developments
Oct 21, 2024|2 min read
CMS’s Office of Minority Health shared the Coverage to Care initiative and the Roadmap to Behavioral Health to help people understand what behavioral health and substance use services are available.
Advocacy Updates
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Advocacy Section Updates!Mar 18, 2025|1 min read
We are excited to share our updated Advocacy webpages with you- we hope these changes will help you get more involved in ACA advocacy and quickly find needed resources!
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Counseling Compact UpdateFeb 26, 2025|1 min read
Momentum continues on the Counseling Compact! Six states have introduced Counseling Compact legislation so far this session: Pennsylvania, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, Oregon and Texas.
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