Solutions Not Stigmas Act of 2019

House Bill 5631 - Solutions Not Stigmas Act of 2019: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of House Bill 5631 Solutions Not Stigmas Act of 2019 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/9/2022, 3:56 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 5631

Solutions Not Stigmas Act of 2019

This bill permits the Health Resources and Services Administration to establish a grant program for health professional schools or training programs to develop curricula in substance use disorder treatment or chronic pain education. Among other issues, the curricula must address (1) the reduction of stigma and bias associated with substance use and chronic pain, (2) prevention and early intervention for unhealthy substance use, and (3) best practices for prescribing addictive substances.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5631

Bill HR 5631 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 16, 2020. Bill HR 5631 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on January 16, 2020. Bill HR 5631's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of January 16, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5631

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5631

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Drug, alcohol, tobacco use

- Education programs funding

- Health programs administration and funding

- Health promotion and preventive care

- Medical education

- Prescription drugs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5631

Solutions Not Stigmas Act of 2019

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide grants to medical and other health profession schools to expand or develop education and training programs for substance use prevention and treatment, and for other purposes.

Solutions Not Stigmas Act of 2019