Bill > S0115

This bill proposes to amend Vermont state law by requiring that any overdose prevention center (a supervised facility where individuals can use illegal drugs under medical supervision to prevent overdose deaths) must first obtain approval from the legislative body of the municipality where it will be located. Specifically, the center can only operate if the local city or town legislative body votes by majority to approve its establishment. The bill defines a "municipality" as either a city or town, and it will take effect immediately upon passage. This legislation gives local governments more control over the placement of these harm reduction facilities, which are designed to reduce fatal overdoses by providing a safer environment for drug use and connecting individuals to treatment services.

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https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/S.115