Addressing Addiction Through The Great American Recovery Initiative

Addiction affects nearly 17% of Americans, causing major harm to families, communities, and the economy. The order aims to streamline government action to improve prevention, treatment, and recovery.

What the order does ​

• Creates the White House Great American Recovery Initiative, led by top federal officials.
• Directs coordination across federal, state, local, and community organizations for addiction response.
• Requires agencies to align programs, set clear goals, and report progress publicly.
• Promotes greater awareness of addiction as a treatable disease.
• Advises agencies on integrating addiction services across healthcare, justice, housing, and workforce systems.
• Focuses grant funding on prevention, treatment, and long-term recovery support.
• Seeks input from experts, faith groups, private partners, and communities.

Who it affects ​

• People with addiction and their families.
• Federal, state, and local governments.
• Healthcare providers and recovery organizations.
• Employers and workforce agencies.
• Grant-making and policy agencies.

Context ​

The order responds to ongoing gaps and fragmentation in national addiction recovery efforts.