What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 3451.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-12-07.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s3451/BILLS-118s3451is.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 3451

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Expanding Medicaid/CHIP for Mental Health and Addiction Treatment in Prisons.

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: States gain the option to cover mental health and addiction treatment for eligible inmates using Medicaid and CHIP funds. The federal government will pay 100% of the costs for these specific services furnished to inmates. States must reinvest the increased federal funding into improving data sharing, increasing community treatment capacity, and expanding reentry services upon release.

This law allows states to use federal Medicaid and CHIP funds to provide mental health and substance use disorder services to eligible incarcerated individuals. The federal government will cover 100% of the costs for these specific services, provided that states reinvest the additional funds into improving community-based care and reentry support for formerly incarcerated individuals. The goal is to improve public health outcomes and reduce repeat offenses.

Key points

States gain the option to cover mental health and addiction treatment for eligible inmates using Medicaid and CHIP funds.

The federal government will pay 100% of the costs for these specific services furnished to inmates.

States must reinvest the increased federal funding into improving data sharing, increasing community treatment capacity, and expanding reentry services upon release.

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Additional Information

Rehabilitation and Recovery During Incarceration Act

Print number: S 3451

Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]

Process start date: 2023-12-07

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Expanding Medicaid/CHIP for Mental Health and Addiction Treatment in Prisons.

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