S 2756
An Act to support college students in recovery
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Bill overview
This bill aims to provide support for college students struggling with substance use recovery. It seeks to enhance resources and services available to these students, recognizing the unique challenges they face. The legislation intends to create a more supportive and accessible environment for students in recovery within the state’s higher education system. It also addresses opioid overdose prevention in college housing, as reflected in related legislation.
Key provisions
- Increase access to mental health and substance use treatment services for college students.
- Provide support for students transitioning between recovery and academic settings.
- Establish a network of recovery support specialists within colleges and universities.
- Address opioid overdose prevention in college housing.
- Promote awareness and reduce stigma surrounding substance use recovery among students and campus staff.
Who is affected
- College students
- Higher education institutions
- Mental health professionals
- University staff
- Students in recovery
Notable changes
- The bill focuses specifically on supporting students in recovery within the context of higher education.
- It builds upon previous legislation addressing opioid overdose prevention in college housing.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Higher Education
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Bill S.2756 194th (Current)
An Act to support college students in recovery
Senate, November 26, 2025 -- The committee on Higher Education, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 951) of Rebecca L. Rausch for legislation to support college students in recovery; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 954) of John C. Velis for legislation relative to opioid overdose prevention in college housing, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2756).
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Higher Education Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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| Date | Branch | Action |
| 12/24/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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