This bill would reduce the amount of federal money available in 2024 for substance abuse treatment programs run by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), which is part of the Department of Health and Human Services. In practical terms, this means less federal funding would go toward helping people struggling with addiction get treatment. Treatment programs that rely on this federal money—whether they're rehab centers, counseling services, or other addiction treatment facilities—could see their budgets cut, potentially forcing them to serve fewer patients, reduce services, or close programs entirely. This would primarily affect people seeking addiction treatment, especially those who depend on federally-funded or low-cost treatment options, as well as the treatment providers and communities that rely on this funding to operate their services.

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Substance Abuse Treatment for fiscal year 2024.

Biggs, Andy

 <p>This bill limits FY2024 funding for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration for substance abuse treatment.</p>