WASHINGTON— House Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025.
“The opioid epidemic continues to devastate families and communities across Michigan. Renewing this legislation reaffirms our commitment to providing the necessary tools and resources to combat this crisis, support those in recovery, and save lives,” Chairwoman McClain said.
The legislation renews and enhances key programs established under the original SUPPORT Act, which President Trump signed into law in 2018. Specifically, these programs have provided critical resources to states and communities to address opioid use disorder through prevention, treatment, and recovery initiatives.
Among other provisions, the bill will:
- Establish a federal interagency working group on fentanyl contamination of illegal drugs.
- Strengthen state prescription drug monitoring programs.
- Encourage individuals in recovery to participate in workforce programs.
- Continue resources for Comprehensive Opioid Recovery Centers, which provide treatment and recovery support services.
Since 2018, there have been over 11,000 opioid overdose deaths in Michigan.
Chairwoman McClain serves as a co-chair of the Bipartisan Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Task Force.
Prior to serving in Congress, Chairwoman McClain helped found the Drug Court in Macomb County that helps people overcome alcohol and drug addictions by connecting them with rehabilitation resources.
