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House approves opioid abatement appropriations amid debate over safe injection site funding
Summary
The Vermont House passed H.218, carrying opioid‑abatement special fund appropriations, after debate about whether money for a safe injection site should instead go to treatment and recovery beds. The bill passed by roll call, 119–24.
The Vermont House on March 31 approved H.218, an act relating to fiscal year 2026 appropriations from the opioid abatement special fund, after a roll‑call vote of 119–24.
Supporters, including the member from Waterbury, told colleagues that the bill reflects recommendations from the opioid abatement advisory committee and the Department of Health and maintains funding for prevention, treatment, and recovery services. "This maintains our commitment to…
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