Grants for School-Community Partnerships to Prevent Youth Substance Misuse.
This Act establishes a new federal grant program to fund partnerships between local schools and community coalitions focused on drug prevention. These funds, up to $75,000 annually per partnership, are intended for implementing effective strategies to prevent substance use and misuse among youth. Citizens can expect increased prevention efforts in elementary, middle, and high schools, directly impacting their children's safety and health.
Key points
Funding for Prevention Programs: The Act authorizes $7 million annually (for fiscal years 2025 through 2030) for grants to local coalitions partnering with schools.
School-Community Collaboration: Grants support partnerships between local schools (elementary, middle, high) and Drug-Free Communities funded coalitions to implement tailored prevention programs.
Grant Limits: A single partnership can receive up to $75,000 per fiscal year, with the possibility of renewal for three subsequent years, ensuring sustained prevention efforts.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_5044
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2024-09-12