Vermont's House approves first safe injection site bill in Burlington for preventing drug overdoses.

A bill to establish Vermont's first safe injection site in Burlington, aiming to prevent fatal drug overdoses, has received final approval from the state's House. The facilities, also known as harm reduction centers, will use opioid settlement funds. The governor, Phil Scott, has expressed concerns about signing the proposal due to moral and logistical issues, and believes the state should focus on treatment.

May 08, 2024
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