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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 an opioid advisory council (including members of the General Court) and opioid prevention fund to be credited with funds from settlements. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
AI Summary
This bill establishes an Opioid Prevention Fund to be credited with monies received by the Commonwealth from settlement agreements or court orders related to the marketing, sale, or distribution of opioids. The bill also creates an Opioid Advisory Council (OAC) composed of 22 members, including legislators, state agency representatives, medical professionals, and individuals affected by the opioid crisis. The OAC is tasked with advising the Secretary of Health and Human Services on how to best utilize the Opioid Prevention Fund to combat the ongoing opioid epidemic, including by increasing access to opioid addiction treatment and services, enhancing prevention and education efforts, and ensuring equitable distribution of resources to affected communities.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5225 (on 09/22/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2086 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2086.pdf |
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