S.Amdt. 6077

SA 6077, submitted by Mrs. Shaheen and Mr. Grassley, aims to add a section titled "Keeping Drugs Out of Schools" to bill S. 4784. The purpose of this amendment is to authorize grants for eligible entities to create school-community partnerships that implement effective drug prevention programs in local schools.

Key Changes and Additions

• Grant Authorization: The Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy can award initial and renewal grants (up to $75,000 per fiscal year) to eligible entities. These entities must be coalitions that have received specific grants under the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988 and have a memorandum of understanding with at least one local school.

• Program Goals: The funds are intended for "effective drug prevention programs," which are defined as activities and policies tailored to the specific needs of a school's student population and surrounding community to reduce substance use and misuse among youth.

• Funding and Rules:

  • The amendment authorizes $7,000,000 for each fiscal year from 2027 through 2032.
  • Up to 8 percent of these funds can be used for administrative expenses.
  • Grant money must supplement, rather than replace, other available federal or non-federal funds for drug prevention.

• Requirements: To receive a grant, an eligible entity must submit an application that includes a detailed and comprehensive plan for the school-community partnership.