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MA S1258

Relative to supervised consumption sites


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to supervised injection facilities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Department of Public Health to evaluate the feasibility of supervised consumption sites, also known as supervised injection facilities, to understand the public safety and health impacts of such interventions on communities and individuals struggling with addiction. The department must consult with various stakeholders, including law enforcement, local health authorities, medical experts, and communities that have implemented similar policies, both domestically and internationally. The commissioner of public health must then release the findings of the feasibility study to relevant legislative committees by July 31, 2022.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied S1272 (on 06/23/2022)

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