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Ending Stigma: Renaming Agencies for Substance Use Disorder Support

This act aims to change the names of government agencies and programs dealing with substance use disorder. The goal is to remove stigmatizing words like "abuse" or "addict" from their titles. This change is intended to improve access to care and treatment, making individuals seeking help feel more accepted.
Key points
The act mandates renaming agencies and programs to remove stigmatizing terms related to substance use disorder.
New names are intended to improve access to treatment and reduce negative perceptions of individuals with substance use disorder.
The Secretary of Health and Human Services has 180 days to propose new names, avoiding terms like "abuse," "addict," or "alcoholic."
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Print number: 117_HR_4244
Sponsor: Rep. Trone, David J. [D-MD-6]
Process start date: 2021-06-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

STOP Stigma Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4244.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act mandates renaming agencies and programs to remove stigmatizing terms related to substance use disorder.
  • New names are intended to improve access to treatment and reduce negative perceptions of individuals with substance use disorder.
  • The Secretary of Health and Human Services has 180 days to propose new names, avoiding terms like "abuse," "addict," or "alcoholic."
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Trone, David J. [D-MD-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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