Michigan House Bill HB5302

Michigan 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 12/2/25
• Refer: 12/2/25
• Report Pass: 4/22/26

Caption

Health: substance use disorder prevention; competitive grant program to provide grants for recovery community organizations; modify. Amends sec. 273b of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1273b).

Impact

By creating this grant program, HB5302 will significantly enhance the capacity of recovery community organizations to provide vital services, including recovery navigation, education, and community engagement. This legislative measure seeks to ensure that individuals seeking recovery have access to multiple pathways to support, which is intended to foster a more supportive recovery environment across the state. Additionally, it promotes the notion of peer-led recovery, which underscores the importance of community and personal connection in the recovery journey.

Summary

House Bill 5302 aims to amend the 1974 PA 258, also known as the Mental Health Code, by establishing a competitive grant program managed by the appropriate department. The bill proposes to allocate $5,000,000 annually for grants to certified recovery community organizations and nonprofit associations committed to enhancing recovery support services for individuals with substance use disorders. Each grant can be as much as $150,000 for organizations to offer or expand services aimed at facilitating long-term recovery.

Contention

While the bill has support for its proactive approach toward aiding recovery from addiction, there may be concerns regarding the allocation of funds and the efficiency of grant distribution. Critics might argue that such funding allocations need to be carefully monitored to ensure accountability and effective utilization. Furthermore, the bill may introduce discussions on whether the state should assume an expanded role in funding recovery services, which traditionally might fall under local jurisdiction or private sector responsibilities.