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CA AB186

CA AB186
Controlled substances: overdose prevention program.


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Introduced
01/19/2017
In Committee
07/12/2017
Crossed Over
06/01/2017
Passed
08/27/2018
Dead
Vetoed
09/30/2018

Introduced Session

2017-2018 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An act to add and repeal Section 11376.6 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to controlled substances.

AI Summary

This bill would, until January 1, 2022, authorize the City and County of San Francisco to approve entities to operate overdose prevention programs for adults that provide a hygienic space supervised by healthcare professionals where people can consume pre-obtained drugs, access sterile consumption supplies and referrals to substance use disorder treatment, and receive education on overdose prevention. The bill would exempt individuals from certain criminal penalties for actions or conduct related to these approved overdose prevention programs. The bill also includes requirements for the entities operating these programs, such as providing an annual report to the city and county.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services, Justice

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Vetoed by Governor. (on 09/30/2018)

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