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MA H3776

MA H3776
Establishing a substance abuse protection fund


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Introduced
05/13/2019
In Committee
05/13/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish a substance abuse protection fund. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a substance abuse protection fund in Massachusetts. The fund will be credited with revenue from the sale of alcoholic beverages, as well as any other appropriations, grants, or contributions. The funds will be used by the Department of Public Health to provide comprehensive substance abuse treatment programs, school health education programs related to the hazards of alcohol and controlled substances, substance abuse treatment programs in various state agencies, and community-based substance abuse prevention and education programs. The Commissioner of Public Health will be required to file an annual report detailing the activity of the fund.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see H4539 (on 03/09/2020)

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