Creates a pilot program to expand mental health and addiction care for people in the criminal justice system.
This bill would create a new 5-year pilot program to help states and local governments expand specialized mental health and addiction treatment for people involved with the criminal justice system. It would set aside money for grants to fund these programs, which offer intensive, round-the-clock care and support. A study would also be done to find the best ways to make these programs work better.
Currently, there isn't a specific federal program or grant system from the Department of Health and Human Services to help states and local areas expand specialized mental health and addiction treatment for people in the criminal justice system. This bill would change that. If this bill becomes law, HHS would create a 5-year pilot program. This program would award grants to states and local governments for this purpose, starting in the government's budget year 2027. It would also fund a study by the National Academies to improve these programs, setting aside $1,500,000 for this study.
HR 9669 · 119th Congress · July 14, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 9/10
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