Posted: | July 7, 2016 03:56 PM |
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From: | Representative Tina M. Davis |
To: | All House members |
Subject: | Legislation – ANGEL Act |
In the near future I plan to introduce legislation which will authorize police departments to establish and administer an ANGEL program aimed at assisting individuals in identifying and receiving treatment for opiate addiction. This proposal, titled the ANGEL Act, directs the Attorney General to develop guidelines for the program. At a minimum, under such a program, an individual wishing to seek treatment for their addiction will be able to visit a police department with an operating ANGEL program without fear of arrest. If the police department determines that the individual is eligible for the program, they will attempt to locate an available treatment facility with the assistance of a volunteer who is familiar with addiction and recovery. This legislation is modeled after successful programs operating in Gloucester, Massachusetts and many others across the country. As we approach a special session this coming fall focused on combating the opioid and heroin epidemic, it is imperative that we consider similar innovative approaches which utilize intervention, prevention, and rehabilitation efforts in our communities. Therefore, I encourage you to review the attached language and offer your co-sponsorship. |
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Introduced as HB2301