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Support for Opioid and Stimulant Addiction Fight

This act aims to strengthen support programs for states and Native American tribes in combating opioid and stimulant addictions. It provides funding for treatment, prevention, and recovery support, which can improve access to help and reduce overdose incidents in communities.
Key points
Increased funding for opioid and stimulant addiction treatment and prevention programs.
Support for states and Native American tribes, with preference for areas with high addiction rates or rural areas.
Funds can be used for healthcare practitioner training, access to treatment, overdose prevention programs, and recovery support services, including housing and transportation assistance.
Introduction of a minimum allocation of $12 million for each state to ensure basic support.
Requirement for reporting on fund utilization, increasing transparency and accountability.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4839
Sponsor: Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]
Process start date: 2022-09-13