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Expanding Disaster Relief to Include Substance and Alcohol Use Treatment.

This Act expands federal crisis assistance available after major disasters to include services for substance use and alcohol use disorders. This means citizens affected by disasters can receive government-funded support for addiction treatment if these issues were caused or aggravated by the disaster-related trauma. FEMA is required to adjust its procedures to facilitate easier access to this type of support.
Key points
Federal disaster relief (FEMA) will now cover funding for treatment of alcohol and substance use disorders.
The change ensures broader access to support for individuals whose addiction problems worsened due to a major disaster.
FEMA must review and adjust its application procedures within 180 days to implement these new forms of assistance.
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Print number: 119_HR_6249
Sponsor: Rep. Balint, Becca [D-VT-At Large]
Process start date: 2025-11-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Addressing Addiction After Disasters Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6249.

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 2025-11-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal disaster relief (FEMA) will now cover funding for treatment of alcohol and substance use disorders.
  • The change ensures broader access to support for individuals whose addiction problems worsened due to a major disaster.
  • FEMA must review and adjust its application procedures within 180 days to implement these new forms of assistance.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Balint, Becca [D-VT-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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