Behavioral Health Services Act

In 2004, California voters passed the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) to improve mental health care across the state. Funded by a 1% tax on personal income over $1 million, MHSA helped expand services for people with serious mental health needs and supported prevention, early intervention, and system improvements.

In 2024, voters approved the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA), which replaces MHSA and brings important updates:

• Adds treatment for substance use disorders (SUD)
• Expands housing and supportive services
• Grows the behavioral health workforce
• Improves transparency and accountability
• Promotes equity and reduces disparities in care

These changes help ensure that people in Orange County and across California—especially those with the most urgent needs—can access the right care, at the right time, in the right place.

Community members can share feedback with BHS or get more information anytime via email at BHSA@ochca.com or by calling 714-834-3104. 

To view a list of Stakeholder Engagement Meetings. 

Be a part of Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) Workgroup. Click here for more information.