Larson Hails Committee Passage Of Social Impact Partnership Bill

Washington, DC – Today, Congressman John B. Larson (D-CT) released the following statement on the passage of the Social Impact Partnership Bill in the House Committee on Ways & Means:

“This legislation combines the best that the private sector, academic and non-profit communities have to offer, along with significant government support,” said Larson. “We are in desperate need of strategies to address addiction and the growing opioid epidemic. In Connecticut we are implementing a similar “Pay for Success” pilot program to help families coping with substance abuse issues. This innovative idea not only helps individuals struggling with addiction, but also works with families to ensure lasting recovery, and focuses specifically on improving outcomes for children. Its implementation in my state is largely due to robust support from Governor Dannel Malloy, White House Drug Policy Director Michael Botticelli, and White House Director of Social Innovation Dave Wilkinson.

“I would like to thank Representatives Todd Young (R-IN) and John Delaney (D-MD) for introducing this legislation here today. While not a panacea, this proposes an outside-the-box approach to dealing with some of the intractable social issues facing our communities.”

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