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RFK Jr. Will Shrink The Substance Abuse And Mental Health Services Administration. Here's What That Means For Public Health

In an article published on Forbes on June 8, 2025, Omer Awan discusses Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s plan to significantly reduce the size and budget of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Kennedy's proposal aims to streamline the agency's operations and redirect funds towards more direct, community-based mental health and substance abuse programs. Critics argue that shrinking SAMHSA could undermine national efforts to address these critical public health issues, potentially leading to reduced access to essential services and support for millions of Americans. Proponents, however, believe that the move could lead to more efficient and effective use of resources, fostering innovation and local solutions to mental health and substance abuse challenges.

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[ https://www.forbes.com/sites/omerawan/2025/06/08/rfk-jr-will-shrink-the-substance-abuse-and-mental-health-services-administration-heres-what-that-means-for-public-health/ ]