Elections & Consequences

Changes are coming to the Affordable Care Act. The federal agencies will be run by people with different priorities. Funding priorities will be different as well. For now, here is Donald Trump’s answer to a question on mental illness from a questionnaire sent to the candidates:
 
This is one of the great unfolding tragedies in America today. States are reducing their commitments to mental health treatment and our jails are filled with those who need mental health care. Any mental health reforms must be included in our efforts to reform healthcare in general in the country. We must make the investment in treating our fellow citizens who suffer from severe mental illness. This includes making sure that we allow family members to be more involved in the total care of those who are severely mentally ill. We must ensure that the national government provides the support to state and local governments to bring mental health care to the people at the local level. This entire field of interest must be examined and a comprehensive solution set must be developed so that we can keep people safe and productive.
 
Please take a moment to read this post-election statement from ACA President Catherine B. Roland, Ed.D., LPC, NCC.

Much more to come.

ACA Government Affairs
The ACA Government Affairs team strives to keep the counseling community connected with important legislative news, updates, and announcements that affect the profession. Questions? Want to get involved in our advocacy efforts? Email us at advocacy@counseling.org