EO 14379
Addressing Addiction Through the Great American Recovery Initiative
HealthcareGovernment Reform
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Summary
This executive order establishes the White House Great American Recovery Initiative to coordinate a federal government response to addiction and substance use disorder. The initiative, co-chaired by the Secretary of Health and Human Services and a Senior Advisor for Addiction Recovery, will work to increase treatment access, raise awareness, integrate addiction services across federal agencies, and collaborate with states, communities, and the private sector.
Key Points
- 1Creates a White House Great American Recovery Initiative with representatives from 15 federal departments and agencies to coordinate the government's addiction response
- 2Directs federal agencies to align programs, set objectives, and provide data-driven updates on progress in addressing addiction treatment and recovery
- 3Calls for integration of addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery support across public health, healthcare, criminal justice, workforce, education, housing, and social services systems
- 4Authorizes the initiative to provide grants for addiction recovery programs and to consult with states, tribes, local jurisdictions, and community organizations on treatment strategies
- 5Frames addiction as a chronic, treatable disease and notes that 48.4 million Americans suffer from substance use disorder, with most untreated individuals not perceiving they need treatment
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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