Establishes a commission to study substance use disorder and treatment disparities in the minority community.
The bill establishes a commission to study the disproportionate impact of substance use disorders and overdoses on the minority community in Massachusetts. The commission will review current data, evaluate treatment interventions, identify barriers to accessing treatment, and recommend strategies to reduce overdose deaths and improve access to treatment. The commission will include representatives from various organizations and advocacy groups, as well as state officials.
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