Government Seeks Feedback on Post-Disaster Therapy Paperwork Overhaul
Published Date: 8/6/2025
Notice
Summary
SAMHSA is updating its data collection toolkit for the Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training Program, which helps states, territories, and tribes support disaster survivors with counseling and outreach. This update aims to improve how information is gathered while making it easier and less time-consuming for those involved. If you’re part of these communities or agencies, now’s your chance to share feedback before the changes take effect.
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Child PTSD Tool Updated to DSM-5 Standard
If your child or youth is assessed through the CCP, the Child/Youth Assessment and Referral Tool now uses the UCLA PTSD Reaction Index for DSM-5 (Reaction Index-5) to match current PTSD criteria. The Child/Youth ART wording was also changed to use terms like "caregiver" and "child or youth" and to record whether the primary respondent was the caregiver or the child/youth.
Estimated Reporting Time and Respondent Counts
SAMHSA estimates 800 respondents (based on 40 crisis counselors per grant and ~20 grants) will complete a total of 227,200 responses annually, for a combined annual burden of 32,784 hours. Comments on the proposed collection are requested by October 6, 2025.
Forms Updated for Demographics and Language
SAMHSA updated CCP data forms to change how age, race, ethnicity, and sex are collected so they match SAMHSA, OMB, and White House guidance. The Group Encounter Log now also asks about the primary language spoken during the encounter and adds a separate referral option for "FEMA-funded programs."
Sensitive Questions Removed and Voluntary Surveys
SAMHSA removed questions about recent immigration and suicidal ideation from the Assessment and Referral Tools and made the Participant Feedback Survey explicitly voluntary with a "prefer not to answer" option. The Participant Feedback Survey sampling occurs biannually at 6 months and 1 year after a disaster.
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Personalize government policy and PRIA will tell you what this federal register document means for your household, plus every other regulation we track. PRIA reads each provision against your financial profile to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Related Federal Register Documents
2026-16190, Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request
2026-15637, Current List of HHS-Certified Laboratories and Instrumented Initial Testing Facilities Which Meet Minimum Standards To Engage in Urine and Oral Fluid Drug Testing for Federal Agencies
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) provides notice of the laboratories and Instrumented Initial Testing Facilities (IITFs) currently certified to meet the standards of the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs (Mandatory Guidelines) using Urine and the laboratories currently certified to meet the standards of the Mandatory Guidelines using Oral Fluid.
2026-13621, Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is updating the PATH program’s annual report rules, which affect states and territories that get grants to help people experiencing homelessness. These changes include new data standards from HUD that must be followed starting in 2026. The updates aim to keep reporting clear and on time, with no new costs for the grantees, and reports are due by January 31 each year.
2026-13402, Current List of HHS-Certified Laboratories and Instrumented Initial Testing Facilities Which Meet Minimum Standards To Engage in Urine and Oral Fluid Drug Testing for Federal Agencies
HHS just dropped the latest list of labs and testing spots approved to do urine and oral fluid drug tests for federal workers. If a lab loses its certification, it’s off the list until it’s back in good standing. This update helps keep drug testing fair, reliable, and up-to-date—so federal agencies know exactly who’s certified right now.
2026-13100, Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
SAMHSA is collecting new data from clinics in its Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Expansion program to see how well these clinics improve mental health care. Clinics will share anonymous client info during late 2025 and 2026 to help SAMHSA track progress and make services better. This effort affects clinics getting grants and aims to boost care quality without extra costs for patients.
2026-12977, Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request Proposed Project: Request To Publish the 30-Day Notices in the Federal Register To Solicit Public Comment on Information Collection for the Continued Approval and Updates for the Protection and Advocacy for Individuals With Mental Illness (PAIMI)-Revised Annual Program Performance Report (PPR)-OMB No. 0930-0169- DECISION
SAMHSA wants to update and keep collecting info from groups that help people with mental illness through the PAIMI program. They’re asking the public to comment on these changes before the current approval expires on July 31, 2026. This helps make sure the program runs smoothly without adding extra paperwork or costs.
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2025-14876, Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations
FEMA is asking for your thoughts on new flood risk maps that could change flood zones and water levels in certain communities. These updates might affect flood insurance rules and costs, so if you live or own property there, it’s important to pay attention. You’ve got a chance to comment before the changes become official, so don’t miss out!
Next: 2025-14878, Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) wants your thoughts on updating their survey about programs that help stop underage drinking. This update affects community groups, states, and anyone involved in prevention efforts, aiming to keep the info clear and easy to collect. Comments are open now, so jump in before the deadline to help shape how these important reports get made without adding extra hassle or cost.