An Act relative to harm reduction and racial justice
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Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, An Act relative to harm reduction and racial justice, aims to regulate the possession of certain controlled substances. It was referred to the Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery committee for study and consideration. The bill’s purpose is to address harm reduction strategies and consider the disproportionate impact of drug-related policies on racial justice.
Key provisions
- Addresses the possession of particular controlled substances.
- Directs the Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery committee to study harm reduction strategies.
- Considers the impact of drug policies on racial justice.
- Related to substance use and recovery initiatives.
Who is affected
- Individuals involved in substance use.
- The Mental Health and Substance Use and Recovery community.
- Racial and minority communities potentially disproportionately affected by drug laws.
Notable changes
- The bill seeks to expand regulations around controlled substance possession.
- It mandates a committee study on harm reduction approaches.
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Sponsors
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10 on record
Primary sponsor
Samantha Montaño
Cosponsors
Danillo A. Sena
James B. Eldridge
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