The resolution acknowledges the mission of the Substance Use and Mental Health Leadership Council of Rhode Island (SUMHLC), which is to promote a system of high-quality, comprehensive community-based mental health and substance use prevention and treatment services. It also recognizes the prevalence of addiction in Rhode Island, noting that 13.21 percent of the state's population is affected, which is the second-highest rate among the states. The resolution emphasizes the importance of focus and continuity in services for achieving and maintaining abstinence from substance abuse and achieving mental health.

To support the mission of SUMHLC and address the high rate of addiction in Rhode Island, the resolution proposes an appropriation of $250,000 from the state treasury for the fiscal year 2024-2025. This funding is intended to help the council in providing the necessary services for substance abuse prevention and treatment. The state controller is authorized to draw orders upon the general treasurer for the payment of this sum, provided that properly authenticated vouchers are received. The legislative council explains that this resolution is specifically for the purpose of making the appropriation to SUMHLC.