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MD HB690
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/24/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jeffrie Long
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AI Summary
- Requires the Governor to annually proclaim August 31 as Overdose Awareness Day in Maryland
- Adds new Section 7-416 to the General Provisions Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland
- Aligns with the existing global Overdose Awareness Day event held on August 31 each year
- Aims to raise awareness of drug overdoses, reduce stigma around drug-related deaths, and acknowledge grief of families affected by overdose
- Takes effect July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Overdose Awareness Day
Governor
Last Action
Hearing 3/13 at 3:00 p.m.
3/13/2025
Committee Referrals
Health and Government Operations1/24/2025
Full Bill Text
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