Assembly Bill 304 proposes a grant of $1,000,000 from the Department of Administration to Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan, Inc. The funding is intended to assist in the purchase and renovation of the Libertas Treatment Center located in Chippewa Falls. This facility will serve as a 50-bed treatment center specifically for men suffering from substance use disorders who require recovery services.
The bill emphasizes the public purpose of the grant, highlighting the importance of addressing the recovery needs of men in Wisconsin affected by substance use disorders. The initiative aims to enhance the availability of treatment options within the state, thereby contributing to the overall mental health and substance abuse prevention efforts.