Bill · H.R. 2741· House(119-HR-2741)

PEER Support Act

Age: 57 years

Oregon

Introduced: 4/8/2025
Last activity: 4/8/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sponsored by: Andrea Salinas
Cosponsors: - 23 - 2

Health

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

The PEER Support Act aims to address shortages in the behavioral health workforce by supporting peer support specialists. This bill defines a peer support specialist as an individual with lived experience in recovery or as a caregiver for those with mental health or substance use disorders. It requires the Office of Management and Budget to recognize this profession in the Standard Occupational Classification system. The bill also establishes an Office of Recovery within the Substance Abuse and Mental health Services Administration. This new office will provide leadership, training, and professional development for the workforce. Additionally, the Secretary of Health and Human Services will research and report on criminal background check processes to reduce barriers to certification.

Yes· 3 of 7

Does this make mental health care easier to get?+8
The bill establishes an Office of Recovery to expand capacity and access to recovery support services.
Does this do more about addiction and overdose deaths?+7
The bill focuses on recovery services which are critical for addressing substance use disorders.
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+5
By formalizing the peer support specialist role, it helps address workforce shortages.