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(USGovernment-News.Com, March 19, 2016 ) Concord, NH -- According to the New York Times, a new, broad bill has been passed in the senate which may expand efforts to end the widespread addiction crisis across the United States. The legislation is the largest to deal directly with addiction recovery since the law requiring insurance companies to cover the cost of rehabilitation in 2008. Passing with a vote of 94 to 1 in which Republican representative Ben Sasse was the only person to oppose the law. A measure which would provide $500 million in extra funds for addiction recovery efforts was rejected, an act which angered some Democratic representatives who argue the funding is necessary to see improvements made to treatment.The bill is expected to be presented to the House in the spring.
As a provider of drug rehab in New Hampshire, Drug and Alcohol Rehab New Hampshire supports the initiatives made by legislators to bring forth legal measures to eradicate the substance abuse epidemic effect the United States. Facilities providing drug rehab in New Hampshire and across the country are in need of both legal support and funding in order to make a meaningful impact on the substance abuse community.
A representative of Drug and Alcohol Rehab New Hampshire comments,
"The substance abuse crisis affecting this country has reached a level at which it can no longer be ignored. With people dying of overdose in the streets of cities and towns all over the U.S., we need our government to come together to find a solution. While we cannot expect a cure overnight, legislation which would make recovery services more accessible is definitely a step in the right direction. We urge the members of the House to think long and carefully about this matter before the voting takes place. Hundreds of thousands of lives are at stake."
About Drug and Alcohol Rehab New Hampshire - NH: While providing drug rehab in New Hampshire, Drug and Alcohol Rehab New Hampshire offers services to people across the entire United States. Upon entering treatment, clients undergo medically-aided detoxification while under 24 hour monitoring by a highly trained and professional staff. Treatment begins with an evaluation to determine the personalized treatment plan which would best serve the needs of the individual, taking into consideration their personal experiences with substance abuse. With intensive inpatient and outpatient treatment options as well as partial hospitalization available, Drug and Alcohol Rehab New Hampshire is committed to facilitating healing of the mind, body, and soul.
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