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House passes outreach bill to inform pregnant women about substance‑use treatment and legal protections
Summary
House Bill 38, amended to place program responsibility with the Department of Health, passed the House after sponsors said printed materials and agency training would inform pregnant women about treatment options and legal protections that can provide an affirmative defense.
Representative Menlove moved an amendment to House Bill 38 to clarify that responsibility for the education program would rest with the Department of Health. Menlove and backers said the bill is designed to educate pregnant women about treatment resources and legal protections that may provide an affirmative defense if they seek assistance.
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