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Support for deflection and diversion programs for substance use and mental health

This act aims to redirect individuals with substance use or mental health issues from the criminal justice system to treatment. Instead of arrest for minor offenses, police can refer these individuals to therapy. This is intended to help combat the opioid crisis and reduce the number of people entering prisons, especially for addiction-related crimes.
Key points
Police can refer individuals with substance use or mental health issues to treatment instead of arrest, especially for minor offenses.
The act aims to reduce the number of people entering the criminal justice system and improve public health through access to therapy.
Funds are provided for the development and support of deflection and diversion programs, as well as for developing best practices and training for law enforcement.
Programs will be monitored for effectiveness and impact on various social groups to ensure fairness.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5811
Sponsor: Rep. Ryan, Patrick [D-NY-18]
Process start date: 2023-09-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Public Safety and Community Support Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5811.

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 2023-09-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Police can refer individuals with substance use or mental health issues to treatment instead of arrest, especially for minor offenses.
  • The act aims to reduce the number of people entering the criminal justice system and improve public health through access to therapy.
  • Funds are provided for the development and support of deflection and diversion programs, as well as for developing best practices and training for law enforcement.
  • Programs will be monitored for effectiveness and impact on various social groups to ensure fairness.
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. Ryan, Patrick [D-NY-18].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Courts and Law Health