Gambling Addiction Recovery, Investment, and Treatment Act

Summary#

The bill would authorize grants to states for programs addressing gambling addiction. Grant amounts would be allocated using the same ratios as federal substance-use prevention and treatment block grants. The bill would also allow research grants on gambling addiction and require a report to Congress on the programs' effectiveness within three years of enactment.

What it means for you#

States could use grant funding to address gambling addiction, and researchers could receive grants to study it. The bill does not specify particular services for individuals.

Expenses#

For fiscal years 2025 through 2034, the bill would authorize funding for state grants equal to 37.5% of the specified prior-year tax receipts, and funding for research equal to 12.5% of those receipts. It does not state dollar amounts.

Proponents' View#

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Opponents' View#

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