Congress expresses strong support for drug courts

According to the National Association of Drug Court Professionals, the U.S. House of Representatives has voted to approve $45 million for the Drug Court Discretionary Grant Program (a $5 million increase over last year). The House also adopted a committee report with the following statement:

The Committee strongly supports drug courts, which serve a vital role in the Nation's justice system. By providing alternatives to the prosecution and incarceration of offenders with substance abuse problems, drug courts help rebuild lives, support families, and reduce recidivism and the costs of incarceration.