House Bill No. 4421 aims to enhance support for peer-recovery organizations in Texas by amending the Government Code to include a new Subchapter J. This subchapter defines key terms such as "mental health condition," "peer-recovery organization," and "substance use disorder." It establishes that a peer-recovery organization is a nonprofit entity primarily operated by individuals with lived experience in recovery from substance use disorders or mental health conditions. The bill mandates that specific state agencies, including the Health and Human Services Commission and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, identify and provide resources such as funding, training, and technical assistance to support these organizations.

Additionally, the bill requires these agencies to submit a biennial report to the legislature by August 1 of each even-numbered year, detailing the resources available to sustain peer-recovery organizations. This initiative is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, reflecting a commitment to improving recovery services and support systems for individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges in Texas.

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