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Supporting Families through Addiction Act of 2023

1/26/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 3879

Bill 118 hr 3879, also known as the Supporting Families through Addiction Act of 2023, aims to address the growing issue of addiction in the United States by providing support and resources to families affected by substance abuse. The bill recognizes that addiction not only impacts the individual struggling with substance abuse, but also their loved ones who often bear the emotional and financial burden of addiction.

The key provisions of the bill include:

1. Establishing a grant program to fund support services for families affected by addiction, such as counseling, education, and peer support groups. These services will help families navigate the challenges of addiction and provide them with the tools they need to support their loved ones in recovery. 2. Increasing funding for addiction treatment and prevention programs, with a focus on evidence-based practices that have been proven effective in addressing substance abuse. This funding will help expand access to treatment services for individuals struggling with addiction and support efforts to prevent substance abuse in the first place. 3. Enhancing coordination between federal, state, and local agencies to ensure that families affected by addiction receive comprehensive and integrated care. This will help streamline services and eliminate barriers to accessing treatment and support for families in need. Overall, the Supporting Families through Addiction Act of 2023 aims to provide much-needed support to families grappling with the impact of addiction. By investing in prevention, treatment, and support services, the bill seeks to address the root causes of substance abuse and help families heal and thrive in the face of addiction.

Current Status of Bill HR 3879

Bill HR 3879 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 6, 2023. Bill HR 3879 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 6, 2023.  Bill HR 3879's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of June 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3879

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
64
Democrat Cosponsors
52
Republican Cosponsors
12
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3879

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 3879

Supporting Families through Addiction Act of 2023
Supporting Families through Addiction Act of 2023
To establish a grant program for family community organizations that provide support for individuals struggling with substance use disorder and their families.

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