Arizona State Senate
1700 W. Washington St.
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Press Release
PHOENIX – This month, Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes today announced a $6 million grant program to support Tribal Nations impacted by fraudulent sober living home practices. This initiative, funded through the Anti-Racketeering Revolving Fund, will provide assistance to communities affected by behavioral healthcare fraud involving Arizona’s Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS).
The Sober Living Home Support Program offers grants of up to $500,000 for Tribal Nations to provide compensation, remediation, and supportive housing for those affected. This funding is designed to alleviate economic loss and support recovery, reinforcing Attorney General Mayes' commitment to remedying the harm caused by fraudulent practices targeting Arizona’s vulnerable communities.
Grant Applications
Eligible Tribal Nations can apply for grants of up to $500,000 to deliver direct assistance, fund compensatory programs, and implement supportive community-based initiatives. Grant applications will be accepted through the State of Arizona’s grant portal. Applicants must submit their proposals by January 31, 2025.
Senator Theresa Hatathlie (LD6) released the following statement: “The ongoing fraud, abuse, and exploitation of tribal members, their families, and children through corrupt sober living homes must end now. I am grateful for the continued support and action from Attorney General Mayes as it relates to fighting the ongoing abuse, exploitation, and fraud happening in sober living homes across Arizona. Tribal communities have suffered dearly because of this fraudulent scandal, and I will not stop until we can ensure that every Native Arizonan has access to healthcare they can trust.
This grant funding is a positive step forward to stop future abuses and protect Native Arizonans seeking real care. Policy makers have a responsibility to ensure that no Arizonan suffers abuse under the guise of healthcare. I am confident that through further talks and collaboration there will be an end to the fraud, abuse, and exploitation of our vulnerable relatives who seek to heal. These harmful practices are tearing at the fabric of our communities, and it is our duty to act. We must come together to ensure restitution for the victims and support their healing.
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