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Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Support, Underage Drinking Prevention.

This act reauthorizes and expands programs supporting homeless individuals, mental health conditions, and substance use disorders. It increases funding for addiction treatment, overdose prevention, and initiatives to reduce underage drinking. Citizens can expect improved access to help and education in these critical areas.
Key points
Increased funding for substance use disorder treatment and overdose prevention programs, leading to better access to help for those in need.
Strengthened programs to prevent underage drinking, including adult-oriented media campaigns and support for community coalitions.
Expanded support for homeless individuals with mental health and substance use issues, offering assistance in transitioning from homelessness.
More resources for jail diversion programs for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders, potentially reducing incarceration rates.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7234
Sponsor: Rep. Spanberger, Abigail Davis [D-VA-7]
Process start date: 2022-03-28