Judy Chu actually said...

"In the worst cases, some bad actors do not encourage recovery at all, but exploit vulnerable individuals in order to collect insurance payments."

"I appreciate that this subcommittee is examining the role of Sober Living Homes in our communities and how they contribute to the recovery process for those suffering from addiction."

"However, the lack of regulation around the operation of these homes is of serious concern, which means that these facilities may be unequipped to handle patients at risk of overdose."

"I worked with the National Alliance for Recovery Residences to craft legislation that would help address this problem without further victimizing the people we are trying to help."