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MA H1742

MA H1742
Relative to public safety notification for sober homes


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

By Mr. Murphy of Weymouth, a petition of James M. Murphy, Carole A. Fiola and Bruce J. Ayers that the Bureau of Substance Abuse Services be required to notify local public safety departments upon certification of sober homes, so-called. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

AI Summary

This bill would require the Bureau of Substance Abuse Services to notify local public safety departments, including fire, police, and emergency medical service providers, upon certification of sober homes in their municipalities. The bill defines "departments of public safety" and amends the existing laws to add the new notification requirement for sober home certifications. The goal is to improve public safety coordination and awareness of sober home locations in local communities.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4450 (on 02/20/2020)

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