 Behavioral Health Services Act: Let’s Make A Difference Together!
For Immediate Release
February 27, 2026 |
Contact
Miranda Canseco-Ochoa
Public Relations and Outreach Services
miranda.canseco@dbh.sbcounty.gov
|
County Unveils Bold Behavioral Health Plan, Inviting Community Voices
In March 2024, voters approved Proposition 1 to reform the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) and fund needed behavioral health facility infrastructure through a general obligation bond. The Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) is the first major structural reform to the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) since it was passed in 2004. BHSA is funded by a 1% tax surcharge on personal incomes over $1 million per year.
The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) invites community members to review and provide feedback on the first-ever Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) Integrated Plan for Fiscal Years 2026 – 2029 (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2029).
The BHSA Integrated Plan outlines how San Bernardino County will use funding to address community behavioral health needs. It reflects input from community members, stakeholders, and partner agencies, and guides services and investments for the next three fiscal years.
You can view and comment on the draft plan from Feb. 27 through March 30 by visiting https://wp.sbcounty.gov/dbh/programs/bhsa/ or by joining us on April 2 during the Behavioral Health Commission's Public Hearing of the BHSA Integrated Plan.
Behavioral Health Commission Meeting
Thursday, April 2 at Noon
850 E. Foothill Blvd., Room F120, Rialto
Satellite locations are available for public attendance.
- Apple Valley Clinic 18818 Highway 18, Apple Valley
- Yucca Valley 58945 Business Center Drive, Yucca Valley
Comment forms will be available in English and Spanish. For more information about the update or to request interpretation services or disability accommodations, please call 800-722-9866 (TTY users dial 7-1-1) or email mhsa@dbh.sbcounty.gov.
With BHSA funding, DBH supports the Countywide Vision by delivering behavioral health services and ensuring residents have the resources to promote wellness, recovery and resilience. More information about the Countywide Vision and DBH is available at main.sbcounty.gov.
About San Bernardino County: San Bernardino County is a diverse public service organization serving the largest county in America. Governed by an elected Board of Supervisors, the County is dedicated to fostering a community where nearly 2.2 million residents can thrive and achieve well-being in alignment with the Countywide Vision. The County includes more than 40 departments and agencies, staffed by over 24,000 public service professionals, providing essential services across public safety, health care, social services, economic and community development, fiscal services, infrastructure, recreation and culture, and internal support. For more information, visit Welcome to San Bernardino County.
|
