Bills · S 3461
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 3461Health
RISE from Trauma Act
INTRO DEC 11· LAST ACTION DEC 11
READING
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenTrauma, particularly during childhood, can have profound and lasting negative effects on an individual's health, development, and overall well-being. This bill matters because it provides federal resources specifically designed to help communities address these complex issues in a coordinated and comprehensive way. If this bill becomes law, communities could develop more effective strategies to prevent trauma, support those affected, and build resilience, potentially leading to healthier outcomes for children and families.
Without this bill, communities might continue to struggle with fragmented services and insufficient resources to tackle the pervasive impacts of trauma, leaving vulnerable populations without adequate support. By fostering collaboration across diverse sectors and prioritizing high-need areas, the bill aims to create a more integrated and impactful approach to a significant public health challenge, improving the lives of many Americans.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a federal grant program to fund local 'coordinating bodies' focused on community trauma prevention and resilience.
This creates a direct funding stream to support collaborative, local efforts to address the widespread issue of trauma.
PROVISION 02
Allows grants of up to $6,000,000 for a period of 4 years, available to state, county, local, tribal organizations, and non-profit entities.
Provides substantial and sustained funding to enable significant program development and long-term implementation at the community level.
PROVISION 03
Prioritizes grant awards for communities with high rates of trauma indicators, such as drug overdose deaths, violence-related injuries, or involvement in child welfare/juvenile justice systems.
Ensures that resources are directed to the most vulnerable communities where the need for trauma-informed approaches is greatest.
PROVISION 04
Requires coordinating bodies to include representatives from diverse community sectors, including individuals who have experienced trauma.
Fosters a holistic, community-driven approach that integrates various perspectives and expertise for more effective solutions.
PROVISION 05
Permits funds to be used for identifying needs, collecting data, building awareness, developing strategic plans, and delivering 'covered services'.
Provides a comprehensive framework for how the grant money can be utilized to achieve the bill's objectives, from planning to direct service delivery.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 3
D· Illinois
YRS IN OFFICE
43
BILLS LED
136
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 66%
DEM 1 REP 2 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSDEC 11
Introduced in Senate
DEC 11
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S8672-8674)
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 3461
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedDec 11, 2025
Last actionDec 11, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HEALTH, EDUCATION, LABOR, AND PENSIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED DEC 11, 2025
Senate BillS 3461Health
RISE from Trauma Act
INTRODUCED DEC 11, 2025· LAST ACTION DEC 11, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
26 min
COSPONSORS
3
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
