CA AB1673

Establishes the California Fentanyl Abuse Task Force chaired by the Attorney General to collect data on fentanyl abuse, evaluate prevention approaches, and develop policy recommendations on evidence-based practices like overdose prevention centers and fentanyl testing strips.

Requires the task force to examine collaborative models between government and nongovernmental organizations, measure state progress in preventing fentanyl abuse and deaths, and analyze state criminal statutes for adequacy in addressing fentanyl abuse.

Task force membership includes the Attorney General, representatives from state agencies (Public Health, Health Care Services, Judicial Council), legislators, district attorneys, public defenders, law enforcement, health organizations, universities, mental health professionals, and community organizations serving persons with opioid use disorder.

Task force must hold its first meeting by March 1, 2023, meet at least bimonthly, hold public meetings, and submit findings and recommendations to the Governor, Attorney General, and Legislature by July 1, 2024.

Provisions sunset and the task force is repealed on January 1, 2025.