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Support for Medical Schools in Addiction and Chronic Pain Treatment

This act aims to improve the education of future doctors and other healthcare professionals in treating substance use disorders and chronic pain. Citizens can expect better medical care and reduced stigma for those struggling with these issues. Access to specialized knowledge and skills among medical personnel will increase.
Key points
Training for Doctors and Nurses: Funding for educational programs on substance use prevention and treatment, and chronic pain.
Improved Care: Increased knowledge among medical staff is intended to enhance treatment quality and patient communication.
Fighting Stigma: Programs will emphasize reducing bias associated with substance use disorders and chronic pain.
Practical Experience: Focus on clinical training experiences in primary care, mental, and behavioral health settings.
Funding: $5 million per fiscal year from 2022 to 2024 is authorized for these programs.
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Print number: 117_HR_9007
Sponsor: Rep. Kim, Andy [D-NJ-3]
Process start date: 2022-09-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Solutions Not Stigmas Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9007.

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 2022-09-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Training for Doctors and Nurses: Funding for educational programs on substance use prevention and treatment, and chronic pain.
  • Improved Care: Increased knowledge among medical staff is intended to enhance treatment quality and patient communication.
  • Fighting Stigma: Programs will emphasize reducing bias associated with substance use disorders and chronic pain.
  • Practical Experience: Focus on clinical training experiences in primary care, mental, and behavioral health settings.
  • Funding: $5 million per fiscal year from 2022 to 2024 is authorized for these programs.
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. Kim, Andy [D-NJ-3].

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 2026-01-02.

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