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Moolenaar Welcomes New Grant for Clinton Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition

November 1, 2019

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has announced a $125,000 grant for the Clinton Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition.

According to the organization, its goal is to "coordinate prevention efforts within the county and to prevent the abuse of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs, with a special focus on youth."

The group also works to educate "community members to avoid the negative consequences of prescription and other medications."

Congressman John Moolenaar is a member of the House Appropriations Committee and sits on the subcommittee with oversight of HHS and its response to the opioid crisis. He supports funding for states to combat the opioid crisis and has also backed legislation funding research into new pain relief treatments so patients can safely recover without the risk of addiction.

Congressman Moolenaar made the following statement on the grant awarded to the Clinton Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition:

"This funding will allow leaders in Clinton County to use their understanding of community needs to fight the opioid crisis in mid Michigan, as well as educate others about the dangers of substance abuse and the life-changing consequences it can have."

Issues:Health Care