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MA H1074

Relative to public safety notification for sober homes


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

By Mr. Murphy of Weymouth, a petition of James M. Murphy that the Bureau of Substance Abuse Services be required to notify local public safety departments upon certification of sober homes, so-called. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Bureau of Substance Abuse Services to notify local public safety departments, including fire departments, police departments, and emergency medical service providers, upon the certification of a sober home, also known as a recovery home or transitional housing for individuals in recovery from substance abuse. The notification must include the address, name, and contact information for each sober housing location. This change to the existing law aims to improve public safety coordination and awareness regarding the presence of sober homes in local communities.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4557 (on 06/04/2018)

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