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Critics Challenge $100M 'Great American Recovery' Initiative

2/10/2026

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The Department of Health and Human Services announced a $100 million investment in a pilot program called “Great American Recovery” focusing on court-ordered treatment and psychiatric care.
Critics argue the approach dismisses harm-reduction and housing-first strategies proven to stabilize individuals with substance use disorders.
Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. emphasizes social connection in recovery.
To succeed, the initiative must engage with existing evidence and ensure transparency in research and funding.

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The Department of Health and Human Services announced a $100 million investment in a pilot program called “Great American Recovery” focusing on court-ordered treatment and psychiatric care.
Critics argue the approach dismisses harm-reduction and housing-first strategies proven to stabilize individuals with substance use disorders.
Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. emphasizes social connection in recovery.
To succeed, the initiative must engage with existing evidence and ensure transparency in research and funding.