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A bill to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide grants to demonstrate pharmacy-based addiction care programs.

5/24/2024, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 4429

Bill 118 s 4429, also known as the Pharmacy-Based Addiction Care Act, is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to address the growing issue of addiction in the United States. The bill would require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide grants to demonstrate pharmacy-based addiction care programs.

These programs would be designed to help individuals struggling with addiction receive the care and support they need in a convenient and accessible manner. By utilizing pharmacies as a key point of access for addiction care services, the bill aims to reach a wider population of individuals in need of assistance.

The grants provided under this bill would be used to fund the development and implementation of pharmacy-based addiction care programs, as well as to evaluate their effectiveness. This would help to ensure that the programs are meeting the needs of individuals struggling with addiction and are providing them with the necessary support to overcome their challenges. Overall, the Pharmacy-Based Addiction Care Act seeks to expand access to addiction care services and improve outcomes for individuals struggling with addiction. By leveraging the resources and expertise of pharmacies, this bill has the potential to make a meaningful impact in the fight against addiction in the United States.

Current Status of Bill S 4429

Bill S 4429 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 23, 2024. Bill S 4429 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 23, 2024.  Bill S 4429's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of May 23, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4429

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4429

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4429

A bill to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide grants to demonstrate pharmacy-based addiction care programs.
A bill to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide grants to demonstrate pharmacy-based addiction care programs.

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