Senate amends and passes bill to certify residential recovery programs The Vermont Senate adopted a technical language amendment to S157 to align criminal‑statute phrasing and then passed the bill establishing a certification system for residential care for people with substance use disorders.

The Vermont Senate has just passed a pivotal bill to certify residential recovery programs, ensuring better support for those battling substance use disorders!

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Recovery partners warn cuts would disrupt recovery centers; ask to renew $800,000 and protect reengagement/residence funding Recovery Partners of Vermont and allied witnesses told the committee rising demand and insurer/operating costs make recent one-time funds essential; they asked to level-fund recovery centers at $800,000 and defended $300,000 for recovery residences, while noting department and rural-transformation funds as possible alternatives.

Vermont's recovery centers are on the brink of losing essential funding—without $800,000, life-saving services could be cut just when they're needed most.

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Witnesses urge Vermont lawmakers to pass S.157 and renew funding for recovery centers and residences On Recovery Day at the Statehouse, people with lived experience and recovery program leaders urged lawmakers to pass S.157 (clarifying landlord-tenant rules for recovery residences) and to renew or expand funding: $800,000 in prevention funds for recovery centers, $1.25M for peer coaching in corrections, and opioid-abatement support for recovery residences.

Vermont lawmakers are urged to support S.157 and expand funding for recovery centers, emphasizing the crucial role these safe spaces play in transforming lives and fostering community healing.

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Advocates and residents urge Vermont committee to fund recovery housing, back tailored landlord-tenant change S.157 Witnesses at the House General & Housing Committee on Feb. 11 urged more investment in certified recovery residences and support for S.157, with providers asking for $1.75 million in operations funding and $200,000 for scholarships and survivors and residents telling personal stories of recovery supported by residential programs.

Vermont's recovery residences are at capacity, and advocates are calling for crucial funding and policy changes to expand these life-saving programs across the state.

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Recovery organizations ask Vermont lawmakers to fund recovery housing, extend peer coaching and make S.157 permanent Recovery Partners of Vermont and affiliated providers told the Senate Institutions Committee they need renewed and new opioid‑abatement and prevention funding to sustain certified recovery residences, scholarships, and peer recovery coaching in correctional and probation settings; they also urged making S.157 (a narrow landlord‑tenant exemption) permanent to allow certified residences to operate safely.

Vermont's recovery housing and peer coaching programs are on the brink of expansion, but they urgently need legislative support to thrive and prevent relapse.

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Recovery coaches ask lawmakers for $1.25M in opioid-abatement funds to sustain peer programs in prisons and probation Turning Point directors and recovery coaches told the House Corrections committee that peer recovery coaching, started in Rutland in 2016, reduces recidivism and overdose risk; they requested $1.25M in FY27 opioid-abatement funds and renewal of $800,000 in prevention funding to keep programs running statewide.

Peer recovery coaching is transforming lives in Vermont's correctional facilities, proving to reduce recidivism and foster successful reentry into society.

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Recovering Vermonter urges investment in residential treatment over incarceration At the House Health Care Committee session, Tyler Sears, a Burlington resident in recovery, described missed medication and traumatic jail experiences and urged lawmakers to invest in 3.1 residential treatment beds, longer stays and stronger aftercare rather than incarceration.

Tyler Sears, a recovering Vermonter, boldly challenged lawmakers to rethink incarceration, revealing how jails fail those battling addiction and advocating for vital treatment solutions.

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Officials warn tight ARPA closeout window leaves roughly $96 million at risk of reversion State recovery officer Douglas Farnham told the appropriations committee Vermont has obligated its ARPA allocations but faces a constrained 2025–2026 spending window; about $96–99 million of ARPA remained unexpended as of Sept. 30 and will require careful reallocation or risk return to Treasury.

Vermont has $96 million in ARPA funds at risk of being returned to the Treasury if not spent wisely in the next two years—how will officials navigate this tight timeline?

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Vermont Foundation of Recovery expands housing with four new recovery residences under Act 163 Vermont adds 40 beds in new recovery residences to support individuals in substance recovery.

Vermont is stepping up its game in the fight against substance use disorders, adding 40 new recovery beds and transforming lives under Act 163.

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Budget Committee reviews $7M cash fund for recovery projects in Franklin County Committee discusses allocation concerns and potential risks of funding private organizations.

The House Appropriations Committee is at a crossroads, debating the allocation of $7 million in funding that could shape the future of recovery initiatives in Vermont.

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North Central Vermont Recovery Center seeks $1.6M funding for recovery services Shanna Garchidi requests increased funding for Vermont's recovery centers to enhance community support.

In a critical meeting, Vermont advocates plead for $1.6 million in funding to bolster recovery and nutrition programs vital to community support.

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Commissioner proposes $800K for Vermont recovery centers to enhance services and workforce Commissioner supports $800,000 funding increase for recovery centers to improve services statewide.

Vermont's House Human Services Committee is pushing for $1.5 million in funding to launch a groundbreaking 15-bed recovery campus aimed at transforming substance use disorder treatment!

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Vermont establishes two new recovery residences boosting statewide capacity by 16 beds Vermont opens Good Samaritan and Shires recovery residences adding 16 beds statewide.

Vermont is making waves in recovery support with the opening of two new residences, adding 16 beds to help those in need!

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Writers for Recovery program empowers incarcerated individuals through creative expression Incarcerated participants share powerful writings, fostering healing and connection in Vermont's prisons.

Vermont's "Writers for Recovery" initiative is transforming lives behind bars, empowering incarcerated individuals to share their powerful stories of struggle and hope through creative writing.

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Vermont officials visit Granite State Recovery to explore Medicaid partnership Vermont representatives engage with Granite State Recovery to enhance Medicaid enrollment opportunities.

Vermont officials are taking bold steps to transform recovery services by exploring a strategic partnership with Granite State Recovery that could revolutionize access to essential support.

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Vermont Governor appoints Doug Farnham as chief recovery officer after devastating July floods Doug Farnham appointed chief recovery officer to oversee Vermont's recovery efforts post-2023 floods.

Vermont's recovery from the catastrophic July floods is in full swing, as Chief Recovery Officer Doug Farnham tackles unprecedented challenges and manages over $1 billion in federal aid.

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Recovery Coaches Transform Lives of Incarcerated Individuals at Springfield Prison Recovery coaches foster peer support for incarcerated individuals, aiding their community reintegration and healing.

Recovery coaches in Vermont are reshaping the lives of incarcerated individuals by providing essential support for their reintegration into society.

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Vermont House highlights recovery centers' impact amid rising opioid crisis Vermont invests in recovery centers, enhancing support for individuals overcoming substance use disorders.

The Vermont House is taking bold steps to combat the opioid crisis by investing in recovery centers that are transforming lives and communities.

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