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Committee hears bill to designate Aug. 31 as Overdose Awareness Day in Maryland
2618023 · March 14, 2025
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Summary
HB690 would designate August 31 as Overdose Awareness Day. Sponsors and recovery housing advocates said the observance reduces stigma and supports recovery; witnesses pointed to a 38% reduction in fatal overdoses in Maryland in 2024 and urged a favorable report.
The Health and Government Operations Committee heard House Bill 690 (HB690) to designate August 31 as Overdose Awareness Day in Maryland, a recognition supporters said would both honor those lost and promote treatment and stigma reduction.
Cameron Gross, legislative director for…
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