Personal opioid drug deactivation and disposal systems.
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Health
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill creates a statewide program funded by the California Department of Public Health to distribute personal opioid drug deactivation and disposal systems to individuals. The goal is to encourage safe and environmentally responsible disposal of unused or expired prescription and illicit opioids, aiming to reduce misuse, diversion, and fatal overdoses. The program will utilize an online portal for requests and prioritize communities most affected by the opioid crisis.
Key provisions
- Establishes a statewide program for distributing opioid disposal systems.
- Funds local health departments, community-based organizations, and regional coalitions.
- Requires an online portal for requesting disposal systems.
- Prioritizes distribution to communities disproportionately affected by the opioid crisis.
- Specifies guidelines for the use of the disposal systems.
- Includes a delivery method via the United States Postal Service with educational materials.
Who is affected
- Individuals with prescription opioids
- Local health departments
- Community-based organizations
- Regional opioid prevention coalitions
- Communities disproportionately affected by the opioid crisis
Notable changes
- Introduces a statewide program specifically for opioid disposal.
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