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MA S1393
Bill
AI Summary
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Establishes a legal framework for harm reduction programs in Massachusetts, which may include needle exchange, drug testing services, overdose reversal care, supervised consumption of pre-obtained substances, and referrals to treatment
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Provides broad legal immunity for program operators, participants, property owners, and government employees from arrest, prosecution, civil liability, asset seizure, and professional disciplinary action related to harm reduction activities
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Prohibits law enforcement from using a person's entry, exit, or use of a harm reduction program as basis for reasonable suspicion or probable cause for searches or seizures
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Requires the Department of Public Health to approve programs and promulgate regulations, with a report on program results due within 1 year of implementation
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Exempts approved harm reduction service providers from controlled substance registration requirements and protects health care providers' insurance coverage when working at these programs
Legislative Description
Relative to preventing overdose deaths and increasing access to treatment
Last Action
Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
3/12/2026