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Disaster aid is being gutted at every level.

FEMA's BRIC program? Canceled.

Savannah's $30M flood grant? Gone.

Talk of abolishing FEMA altogether? It's happening. We can't stay silent. act.splcenter.org/page/79836/-/1

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May 9, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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Georgia's House committee is taking a bold step forward by advancing a bill that establishes essential standards for certified peer specialists in recovery centers, ensuring safe and accountable support for those in need.

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House committee advances bill to define certified peer specialists for recovery centers
A House committee approved House Bill 657 to add a statutory definition and training requirements for certified peer specialists and require Recovery Community Organizations (RCOs) to meet minimum standards; proponents said the measure preserves local RCO identity while ensuring consistent, accountable nonclinical support.
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February 8, 2026 at 6:49 PM
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Local recovery center reports impressive progress with 95 initial patient encounters and a remarkable 78% retention rate in its new hospital outreach program!

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Local recovery center reports expanded hospital outreach, dozens of referrals and follow-ups in first 10 months at Piedmont
Hank Arnold of a local recovery support center updated the council on a hospital-based peer recovery program: 95 initial encounters, 939 follow-ups, 88 referrals to treatment, and 78% retention among referred clients, the program director said.
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October 25, 2025 at 10:49 AM