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HR 5844119th CongressIn Committee
Harm Reduction Through Community Engagement Act of 2025
Introduced: Oct 28, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13] (D-New York)
Civil Rights & JusticeHealthcareHousing & Urban Development
Standard Summary
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This legislation amends the Controlled Substances Act to overhaul opioid treatment program registration by mandating community engagement requirements, imposing location restrictions near schools and daycares, requiring telehealth integration, and establishing reporting mechanisms for treatment outcomes and community impact mitigation.
Key Points
- 1Requires opioid treatment programs to conduct community outreach and establish advisory boards with local stakeholders including law enforcement and community organizations.
- 2Prohibits new treatment facilities within half a mile of schools, daycares, playgrounds, and existing drug treatment centers while mandating patient need justification.
- 3Mandates telehealth implementation to reduce physical visits and requires detailed reporting on treatment effectiveness and community impact resolution procedures.
Impact Areas
Opioid treatment program operators and applicantsResidents and institutions in communities near treatment facilitiesPatients seeking addiction treatment servicesLocal governments and community-based organizations
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