HB 23-1202

House Bill 23-1202, also known as the Overdose Prevention Center Authorization bill, allows cities in Colorado to establish overdose prevention centers. These centers aim to save lives by providing a safe space where people can use drugs under medical supervision and receive help if they experience an overdose. The bill has been signed into law, meaning that cities now have the legal permission to set up these life-saving facilities for individuals at risk of drug overdoses.

Official Summary

The bill specifies that a city may authorize the operation of an overdose prevention center within the city's jurisdiction for the purpose of saving the lives of persons at risk of preventable overdoses. (Note: This summary applies to the reengrossed version of this bill as introduced in the second house.)

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