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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 to establish August 31st as overdose awareness day in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
AI Summary
This bill establishes August 31st as Overdose Awareness Day in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The purpose of this day is to raise awareness about overdoses, reduce the stigma surrounding drug-related deaths, and provide an opportunity for people to mourn loved ones lost to overdose without feeling guilt or shame. The bill recognizes that addiction is a disease and that overdose deaths are often preventable. By declaring August 31st as Overdose Awareness Day, the Commonwealth aims to encourage its citizens to educate themselves on this important issue.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (28)
Steve Xiarhos (R)*,
Ruth Balser (D),
Brendan Crighton (D),
Angelo D'Emilia (R),
David DeCoste (R),
Shawn Dooley (R),
Ryan Fattman (R),
Kim Ferguson (R),
Rich Haggerty (D),
Sheila Harrington (R),
Chris Hendricks (D),
Brad Jones (R),
Hannah Kane (R),
Patrick Kearney (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
David Linsky (D),
Kate Lipper-Garabedian (D),
Paul Mark (D),
Joe McKenna (R),
Paul McMurtry (D),
Christina Minicucci (D),
Susan Moran (D),
Matt Muratore (R),
Patrick O'Connor (R),
Mike Soter (R),
Tom Stanley (D),
John Velis (D),
Timothy Whelan (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4855 (on 09/15/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3251 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3251.pdf |
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