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Family Support Services for Addiction Act of 2021

1/11/2023, 1:43 PM

Summary of Bill HR 433

Bill 117 hr 433, also known as the Family Support Services for Addiction Act of 2021, aims to provide support services to families affected by addiction. The bill recognizes the significant impact that addiction can have on families and seeks to address the needs of these families by providing resources and assistance.

The bill includes provisions for funding programs that offer support services such as counseling, education, and outreach to families dealing with addiction. These services are designed to help families cope with the challenges of addiction and provide them with the tools they need to support their loved ones in recovery.

Additionally, the bill calls for the development of a national strategy to address the needs of families affected by addiction. This strategy will outline best practices for supporting families, improving access to services, and promoting collaboration among agencies and organizations working in the field of addiction. Overall, the Family Support Services for Addiction Act of 2021 aims to provide much-needed support to families affected by addiction and to improve outcomes for individuals struggling with substance use disorders. By addressing the needs of families, the bill seeks to create a more supportive and effective system for addressing addiction in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 433

Family Support Services for Addiction Act of 2021

This bill directs the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to award grants to certain nonprofits to develop or expand services for individuals with substance use disorders and their families.

Current Status of Bill HR 433

Bill HR 433 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 21, 2021. Bill HR 433 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on January 21, 2021.  Bill HR 433's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of May 13, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 433

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 433

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Adoption and foster care
- Community life and organization
- Disability and health-based discrimination
- Drug, alcohol, tobacco use
- Family relationships
- Family services
- Health information and medical records
- Health personnel
- Health programs administration and funding
- Health promotion and preventive care
- Mental health
- Performance measurement
- Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 433

Family Support Services for Addiction Act of 2021
Family Support Services for Addiction Act of 2021
Family Support Services for Addiction Act of 2021
To establish a grant program for family community organizations that provide support for individuals struggling with substance use disorder and their families.
Family Support Services for Addiction Act of 2021

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