What is the SUBG?

The Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Services Block Grant (SUPTRS BG) program’s objective is to help plan, implement, and evaluate activities that prevent and treat substance use and support recovery. The targeted population/s of the SUBG are pregnant women, women with dependent children, and people who inject drugs. The service areas include tuberculosis services, early intervention services for HIV/AIDS, and primary prevention services. The SUBG is authorized by section 1921 of Title XIX, Part B, Subpart II and III of the Public Health Service (PHS) Act (PDF | 253 KB).