Special to the Times-Free Press
Rep. Adrian Madaro worked with Governor Maura Healey in creating a law to help prevent overdose deaths. In his statement during the signing of the law, Madaro said, “Overdose remains the leading cause of death for people aged 18 to 45, with rates among Black and Latino men more than doubling in recent years. This stark reality underscores the disproportionate impact public health crises have on communities of color. We continue to lose far too many lives to overdose, which is why action is urgently needed.
That’s why I was honored to join Governor Maura Healey for the signing of An Act Relative to Treatments and Coverage for Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Coach Licensure. Thanks to Speaker Ron Mariano’s vision and leadership, I had the privilege of assembling this legislation for the House of Representatives in response to the opioid crisis. It reflects the input of many colleagues who drew from their experiences and those of their constituents to craft a bill that better supports individuals seeking treatment or recovery and helps prevent overdose deaths.
Now signed into law, this legislation ensures that we continue to make substance use disorder treatment and recovery support more affordable and accessible in Massachusetts.”