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Addiction Recovery Support: Employment, Treatment, and Reentry Housing

This act reauthorizes and expands programs supporting individuals in addiction recovery to re-enter the workforce. It increases funding for treatment, vocational training, job placement assistance, and recovery housing programs. The goal is to facilitate a smoother transition back to normal life for those recovering from addiction and reduce unemployment in affected areas.
Key points
Increased funding for addiction recovery support programs from $5 million to $12 million annually for fiscal years 2026-2030.
Up to 5% of grant funds can be used for transportation services for individuals participating in treatment, training, or work-related activities.
Extension of the Recovery Housing Pilot Program for individuals in addiction recovery until 2030.
Grant allocation criteria will now use the latest data on overdose deaths, unemployment, and labor force participation rates.
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Additional Information
CAREER Act of 2025
Print number: S 500
Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY]
Process start date: 2025-02-10
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Addiction Recovery Support: Employment, Treatment, and Reentry Housing

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 500.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased funding for addiction recovery support programs from $5 million to $12 million annually for fiscal years 2026-2030.
  • Up to 5% of grant funds can be used for transportation services for individuals participating in treatment, training, or work-related activities.
  • Extension of the Recovery Housing Pilot Program for individuals in addiction recovery until 2030.
  • Grant allocation criteria will now use the latest data on overdose deaths, unemployment, and labor force participation rates.

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 Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

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

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 500

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