SAMHSA Invites Feedback on Upgrading National Drug Use Survey
Published Date: 3/13/2026
Notice
Summary
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) wants your thoughts on their plan to keep testing new ways to improve the National Survey on Drug Use and Health from 2026 to 2029. This survey helps track drug use and mental health in Americans aged 12 and up, guiding important health programs and policies. They’re focused on making the survey easier and more accurate, so your feedback by the comment deadline matters!
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