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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to the establishment of and payments into an opioid stewardship fund. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
AI Summary
This bill establishes an Opioid Stewardship Fund to support a Naloxone Co-Pay Assistance Program. The program aims to reduce or eliminate the cost of naloxone, a medication that can reverse opioid overdoses, for those who need it. The fund will be financed by payments from opioid manufacturers and distributors registered in the state, with the payment amount determined by each company's share of opioid sales or distribution. The bill also requires these companies to report detailed information about their opioid sales and distribution, and imposes penalties for non-compliance. The goal of the legislation is to improve access to naloxone and save lives amidst the ongoing opioid epidemic.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2919 (on 06/09/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1302 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1302.pdf |
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