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VT H0039
Bill
Status
1/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
Eric Maguire
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AI Summary
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Repeals 18 V.S.A. § 4256, which authorizes overdose prevention centers in Vermont and provides limited liability protections for individuals who operate, staff, or use these facilities
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Removes immunity from criminal prosecution, property seizure, civil liability, and professional disciplinary action for center operators, staff, property owners, and participants
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Eliminates the requirement for the Department of Health to develop operating guidelines for overdose prevention centers
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Strikes annual reporting requirements for centers regarding participant numbers, demographics, overdose incidents, emergency services contacts, and treatment referrals
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Takes effect on July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
An act relating to repeal of authorization of overdose prevention centers
Last Action
Read first time and referred to the Committee on Human Services
1/16/2025