H 1701
An Act relative to drug distribution causing death
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Bill overview
This bill, An Act relative to drug distribution causing death, aims to address the issue of deaths resulting from the distribution of illicit drugs. It seeks to establish a framework for investigating and potentially holding accountable those involved in the distribution of drugs that lead to fatalities. The bill is currently undergoing review by the Judiciary committee and has been accompanied by a study order.
Key provisions
- Requires investigation of deaths linked to drug distribution.
- Potentially establishes a process for holding distributors accountable.
- Accompanied by a study order to examine the scope of the problem.
- Similar bills have been proposed in the past.
- Currently under review by the Judiciary committee.
Who is affected
- Individuals who distribute illicit drugs
- Families of individuals who die as a result of drug distribution
- The Judiciary branch
Notable changes
- The bill is part of a series of similar proposals addressing drug-related deaths.
- A study order has been attached to the bill to further examine the issue.
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Primary sponsor
Paul K. Frost
Cosponsors
Paul K. Frost
Steven George Xiarhos
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Bill H.1701 194th (Current)
An Act relative to drug distribution causing death
By Representative Frost of Auburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1701) of Paul K. Frost and Steven George Xiarhos relative to drug distribution causing death. The Judiciary.
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Presenter: Paul K. Frost
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.1701
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 4/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/26/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27) |
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