An Act establishing a state-wide drug repository program
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to create a state-wide drug repository program. The program would allow individuals to safely dispose of unused or unwanted medications, reducing the risk of misuse, accidental poisoning, and environmental contamination. It aims to improve public health and safety by providing a secure and convenient method for medication disposal. The program’s specific details and operational framework would be determined through further legislative action and implementation.
Key provisions
- Establishment of a state-wide drug repository program.
- Allows individuals to safely dispose of unused medications.
- Aims to reduce medication misuse and accidental poisoning.
- Reduces environmental contamination from improperly discarded drugs.
- Details of program operation to be determined through further legislation.
Who is affected
- Individuals who have unused or unwanted medications.
- Healthcare providers.
- Public health officials.
- Pharmaceutical companies.
- The general public
Notable changes
- Creates a formalized system for medication disposal.
- Addresses concerns about medication misuse and environmental impact.
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Sponsors
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6 on record
Primary sponsor
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Cosponsors
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Kimberly N. Ferguson
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