Increasing Access to Fentanyl and Xylazine Test Strips for Overdose Prevention.
This legislation aims to enhance public safety by making rapid test strips for fentanyl and xylazine more accessible within communities. It mandates training for first responders and community sectors on carrying and distributing these life-saving tools, directly working to reduce fatal overdoses. Furthermore, the act requires research into the effectiveness of these interventions and the acceleration of new testing technology development.
Key points
First responders and community sectors will receive training and resources to carry and facilitate access to fentanyl and xylazine test strips to prevent overdoses.
The government will develop frameworks to speed up the market introduction of new, improved test strip technologies for detecting dangerous substances.
A study will be conducted to assess how the availability of test strips impacts overdose frequency and engagement in substance use disorder treatment.
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