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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to conduct a public health study of synthetic drugs in the commonwealth. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes and directs the Department of Public Health to conduct a comprehensive study of synthetic drugs, including synthetic opioids, fentanyl, synthetic cocaine, bath salts, MDMA, synthetic marijuana, and synthetic psychedelics. The study will investigate and report on the use, effects, prevalence, and health implications of these drugs in the Commonwealth. The Department will also collect data on the types of synthetic opioids, usage rates, and physical, mental, and emotional impacts, and develop strategic and legislative recommendations to reduce the use of synthetic drugs through public awareness campaigns, educational curriculum, and rehabilitative therapies. The Department will file a report with its findings and recommendations by December 1, 2021.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2547 (on 02/20/2020)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1320 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1320.pdf |
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