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flag Oregon bill would ban syringe programs near schools, sparking debate over public health and safety.

flag Oregon Senate Bill 1573 would ban syringe service programs from operating within 2,000 feet of schools and licensed childcare facilities, aiming to limit access to needles near children. flag The bill, backed by Senator Christine Drazan, responds to public safety concerns over drug-related activity near schools. flag If passed, it would restrict harm reduction services that distribute sterile syringes to prevent disease and overdose. flag The measure reflects ongoing debate in Oregon over balancing public health strategies with community concerns, though the bill’s final status remains undecided.

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