HB2929 establishes a pilot program for overdose prevention sites in Illinois to provide safe spaces for drug use and access to harm reduction.
HB2929 amends the Substance Use Disorder Act to create a pilot program for overdose prevention sites (OPS) in Illinois. These sites offer a safe, hygienic environment for individuals to consume pre-obtained drugs and access harm reduction services. The bill mandates the Department of Human Services to collect research and data on OPS effectiveness and report findings to the General Assembly. Pilot OPSs must adhere to principles like community involvement, equity, and harm reduction. They must also provide services such as needle disposal, naloxone, and referrals to treatment programs.
Included in complete analysis
- Overview
- Core Provisions
- Implementation
- Impact
- Legal Framework
- Critical Issues
See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.