DAARE Act

12/15/2023, 4:09 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
The DAARE Act, also known as Bill 118 s 3339, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to drug addiction and recovery efforts in the United States.

The DAARE Act stands for the "Drug Addiction and Recovery Education Act" and aims to provide funding for programs that focus on education, prevention, and treatment of drug addiction. The bill seeks to increase access to resources for individuals struggling with substance abuse and to support efforts to combat the opioid epidemic that has been plaguing the country.

Specifically, the DAARE Act includes provisions for expanding access to treatment programs, increasing funding for research on addiction and recovery, and implementing educational initiatives to raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse. The bill also includes measures to improve coordination between federal, state, and local agencies in addressing drug addiction issues. Overall, the DAARE Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the complex and pressing issue of drug addiction in the United States. If passed, this bill has the potential to make a significant impact on efforts to combat substance abuse and support individuals in their journey towards recovery.
Congress
118

Number
S - 3339

Introduced on
2023-11-15

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/15/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
The DAARE Act, also known as Bill 118 s 3339, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to drug addiction and recovery efforts in the United States.

The DAARE Act stands for the "Drug Addiction and Recovery Education Act" and aims to provide funding for programs that focus on education, prevention, and treatment of drug addiction. The bill seeks to increase access to resources for individuals struggling with substance abuse and to support efforts to combat the opioid epidemic that has been plaguing the country.

Specifically, the DAARE Act includes provisions for expanding access to treatment programs, increasing funding for research on addiction and recovery, and implementing educational initiatives to raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse. The bill also includes measures to improve coordination between federal, state, and local agencies in addressing drug addiction issues. Overall, the DAARE Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the complex and pressing issue of drug addiction in the United States. If passed, this bill has the potential to make a significant impact on efforts to combat substance abuse and support individuals in their journey towards recovery.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to prohibit former members of the Armed Forces from accepting employment in positions involving training, consulting, advising, or instructing any government-associated individual or entity from the People's Republic of China, the Russian Federation, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, the Republic of Cuba, or the Syrian Arab Republic.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

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Latest Action11/15/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.