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Rhode Island House Bill H7691

Rhode Island 2024 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H7691

Introduced
2/15/24  

Caption

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $250,000 TO THE SUBSTANCE USE AND MENTAL HEALTH LEADERSHIP COUNCIL OF RI (SUMHLC) (This resolution would authorize an appropriation of the sum of $250,000 to the Substance Use and Mental Health Leadership Council of RI.)

Impact

The bill addresses a pressing health crisis in the state, as addiction and mental health issues have been identified as critical areas needing robust support. By providing this appropriation, the legislation aims to facilitate a more coordinated community response to these challenges. The financial support could enable the council to expand its preventative and treatment initiatives, thus potentially leading to better health outcomes for individuals struggling with these issues.

Summary

House Bill H7691 is a joint resolution aimed at appropriating $250,000 to the Substance Use and Mental Health Leadership Council of Rhode Island (SUMHLC). This funding is intended to bolster the efforts of the council in providing high-quality, community-based mental health and substance use prevention and treatment services. Recognizing the significant impact of addiction on the Rhode Island population, with a reported rate of 13.21%, this bill seeks to enhance the availability and continuity of necessary services for those affected.

Contention

While the bill is largely supportive, there may be varying views regarding the distribution and effectiveness of the allocated funds. Some stakeholders might express concerns about whether $250,000 is sufficient to address the needs of the population affected by mental health and substance use issues. Additionally, there could be discussions around the accountability of the council in utilizing these funds effectively and ensuring that the services provided are comprehensive and accessible.

Latest RI H7691 Activity

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

RI H5478

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $150,000 To The Women's Fund Of Rhode Island (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $150,000 To Women’s Fund Of Rhode Island To Implement Programs And Initiatives That Seek To Close The Gender Wage, Wealth, Health, And Leadership Gaps.)

RI H5816

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $2,500,000 To The Haus Of Codec (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $2,500,000 To The Haus Of Codec.)

RI H6243

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $738,088 To Rhode Island College (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $738,088 To Rhode Island College To Fund Rhode Island College Hsi Status And Student Supports.)

RI S0774

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $738,088 To Rhode Island College (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $738,088 To Rhode Island College To Fund Rhode Island College Hsi Status And Student Supports.)

RI H6124

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $2,000,000 To The Rhode Island Food Bank (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $2,000,000 To The Rhode Island Community Food Bank.)

RI S0271

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $1,000,000 To The Rhode Island Council For The Humanities For Direct Grant Funding To Community Cultural Organizations Throughout Rhode Island (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $1,000,000 To The Rhode Island Council For The Humanities To Continue Efforts To Support Local Cultural Organizations Throughout The State.)

RI H5480

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $105,000 To The Rhode Island Department Of Health To Implement Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (cpr) Training In High Schools (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $105,000 To The Rhode Department Of Health To Implement Cpr In High Schools.)

RI H5405

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $200,000 To The Brain Injury Association Of Rhode Island (biari) (this Joint Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $200,000 To The Brian Injury Association Of Rhode Island (biari).)

RI S0238

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $105,000 To The Rhode Island Department Of Health To Implement Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (cpr) Training In High Schools (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $105,000 To The Rhode Department Of Health To Implement Cpr In High Schools.)

RI S0775

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $2,500,000 To The Haus Of Codec (authorizes The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $2,500,000 To The Haus Of Codec To Support Unhoused Members Of The Lgbtq+ Community Through Transitional Housing, Workforce Training, Mental Health Support, And Daily Nutrition.)

Similar Bills

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