Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to ensuring access to addiction services.
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Overview
This order authorizes the Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery to investigate and study a current Senate document focused on improving access to addiction services in Massachusetts. The committee will examine the existing situation and potential solutions to address barriers to care. This investigation is a precursor to potentially drafting new legislation based on the committee’s findings.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery to conduct an investigation.
- The investigation will focus on ensuring access to addiction services.
- The committee is studying a current Senate document related to this issue.
- The committee’s findings will inform potential future legislation.
Who is affected
- Individuals struggling with addiction
- Addiction treatment providers
- The Massachusetts Department of Public Health
- The Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery
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Substance Use and Recovery Joint Committee on Mental Health
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