The Behavioral Health Services Act

The Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) passed as Proposition 1 by the California voters on March 5, 2024. BHSA includes two components: Behavioral Health Infrastructure Bond Act (AB 531) and the Behavioral Health Services Act (SB 326). BHSA signifies a philosophical shift from prevention, intervention, and treatment across the mental health spectrum to focus on the most severely mental ill individuals. It allows for the inclusion of eligible programs for those with substance use conditions and places significant importance on housing and homelessness.

The Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) funding components will change under Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) effective 7/1/26. ACBHD is actively shifting its internal systems, structures, and relationships to support system transition and the work of contracted providers that will continue to serve Alameda County residents.

This site is currently under construction. It will be updated regularly and completed by July 1, 2026.

BHSA Transition Resources

“BHSA signifies a philosophical shift from prevention, intervention, and treatment across the mental health spectrum to focus on the most severely mental ill individuals. It allows for the inclusion of eligible programs for those with substance use conditions and places significant importance on housing and homelessness.”

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