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Kennedy Launches $100 Million Initiative to Combat Homelessness

2/3/2026

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a $100 million pilot to curb homelessness and addiction in eight cities as part of the Streets program.
The initiative will be managed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to create care for homelessness and addiction.
The program follows U.S. President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at addiction.
The Trump administration plans to partner with faith-based organizations to strengthen recovery support.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a $100 million pilot to curb homelessness and addiction in eight cities as part of the Streets program.
The initiative will be managed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to create care for homelessness and addiction.
The program follows U.S. President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at addiction.
The Trump administration plans to partner with faith-based organizations to strengthen recovery support.