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Enhanced Campus Substance Misuse Prevention and Student Recovery Services Act.

This law strengthens requirements for colleges and universities regarding alcohol and substance misuse prevention, mandating the implementation of evidence-based programs. It authorizes new federal funding for institutions to provide comprehensive recovery support services, overdose prevention, and integrated mental health and substance use care for students. Colleges must also report overdose incidents and ensure accessible prevention programs to maintain eligibility for federal student aid.
Key points
Colleges must adopt evidence-based programs for substance misuse prevention and provide accessible counseling, treatment, and recovery support services for students and employees.
Authorizes $15 million annually starting in 2027 for grants supporting campus recovery programs, re-entry assistance for students facing academic probation due to substance use, and overdose prevention efforts.
Institutions are required to report data on violations and overdoses related to substance use, enhancing campus safety and public health measures.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7019
Sponsor: Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3]
Process start date: 2026-01-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Campus Prevention and Recovery Services for Students Act of 2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7019.

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 2026-01-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Colleges must adopt evidence-based programs for substance misuse prevention and provide accessible counseling, treatment, and recovery support services for students and employees.
  • Authorizes $15 million annually starting in 2027 for grants supporting campus recovery programs, re-entry assistance for students facing academic probation due to substance use, and overdose prevention efforts.
  • Institutions are required to report data on violations and overdoses related to substance use, enhancing campus safety and public health measures.
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. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-03.

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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