The MOSSA Act would direct federal agencies to support civil commitment and treatment for some people with serious mental illness or substance use disorders. It would also assess whether discretionary grants could prioritize states and cities that enforce laws against public drug use, camping, loitering, and squatting, and that meet certain sex-offender registration duties. The bill would change some homelessness grant priorities, increase oversight of funded programs, and support drug and mental health courts. It has been referred to House committees and is not enacted.
If enacted, the bill could affect how federal homelessness and treatment programs award funds and set participation rules. It also directs agencies to review how they address encampments, treatment, and safety. The bill does not describe specific changes for any individual or community.
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The bill's stated aim is to help end crime and disorder on streets. Its provisions emphasize treatment, public safety, and accountability in programs receiving federal support.
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