This bill reauthorizes the Regional Partnership Grants program, which funds initiatives to help child welfare families struggling with substance use disorders, extending the program through 2029. The bill affects states, nonprofit organizations, and families involved in the child welfare system who are dealing with addiction issues. It expands the types of evidence-based services that can be supported and requires better coordination between different federal funding sources to serve families more effectively. The legislation also adds new reporting requirements to Congress about program outcomes, including how well the grants help with child permanency and reunification, and includes a consultation requirement with the National Institute on Drug Abuse when setting performance standards. Additionally, the bill updates terminology throughout from "substance abuse" to the more current "substance use disorder."
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