CHIERS Act of 2024 Connections to Health Infrastructure and Emergency Recovery Services Act of 2024
Impact
The grants provided under HB9796 can be utilized for various purposes, including but not limited to, developing transportation programs, acquiring vehicles, training personnel, and raising awareness about available services. Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of non-discrimination in treatment, explicitly excluding the use of funds for transporting individuals to involuntary treatment or for law enforcement purposes. This approach is intended to encourage voluntary engagement with treatment services, which is essential for effective recovery from substance use disorders.
Summary
House Bill 9796, also known as the 'Connections to Health Infrastructure and Emergency Recovery Services Act of 2024' (CHIERS Act), aims to enhance access to treatment and supportive services for individuals dealing with substance use disorders. The bill directs the Secretaries of Health and Human Services, and Housing and Urban Development to jointly award grants to eligible entities to improve transportation services for affected individuals. This initiative will facilitate transport at no cost to individuals, targeting those who are homeless, living in low-income communities, or facing transportation barriers to healthcare access.
Contention
Despite the supportive framework the bill provides, some points of contention arise regarding the allocation and management of these grants, particularly concerning how they might be administered at different levels of government. Stakeholders have expressed the need for transparency in processes and outcomes, such as performance measures to evaluate the effectiveness of the transportation services funded. While proponents highlight the potential for reducing missed treatment appointments through reliable transportation, critics may raise concerns about the adequacy of funding and monitoring to ensure that the program meets its objectives.
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