Recovery

Massachusetts Unveils Pioneering Legislation to Bolster Opioid Treatment and Recovery Services

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Boston, MA – A recent legislative measure signed into law by Governor Maura Healey aims to intensify the fight against opioid addiction through several bold initiatives, including increased access to life-saving medications and innovative treatment alternatives for pain management. This law marks a substantial step forward in addressing the pervasive challenges of substance abuse across the state. The legislation establishes a more comprehensive approach to managing substance abuse by broadening the availability of overdose-reversing drugs and endorsing the license of recovery coaches. It also promotes support structures for pregnant individuals and their children affected by … Read more

LA County Board Urges State to Ease Building Regulations to Hasten Wildfire Recovery Efforts

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Los Angeles, CA — In response to the devastation caused by recent wildfires, the L.A. County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion to request the state government to relax certain building regulations for affected areas. This decision aims to streamline the rebuilding process for residents grappling with the loss of their homes. The proposal, initiated by Supervisors Kathryn Barger and Lindsay Horvath, seeks to implement extraordinary measures to make rebuilding easier and less bureaucratic for those impacted. The suggested changes include temporary suspensions of state mandates such as mandatory solar panels on new residences … Read more

Stolen Goods Recovery Challenges Highlighted by Strict Kansas Pawnshop Regulations

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Topeka, Kansas – Stolen goods are proving challenging to reclaim in Kansas, a state where current statutes tend to favor pawnshops over rightful owners. Victims of theft often find themselves powerless in the recovery of their possessions due to a set of laws that place the onus on them to prove that their items were stolen and subsequently sold to pawnshops. These local regulations have sparked concerns and frustrations among residents. Under the law, even if an item can be identified as stolen, proving that a pawnshop knowingly purchased stolen goods is exceedingly difficult. This … Read more

Maryland Welcomes 2025 with Sweeping New Laws: Enhanced Road Safety, Opioid Recovery Measures, and Housing Reform Among Key Changes

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ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Maryland is poised to ring in 2025 with a suite of new laws impacting everything from road safety to opioid treatment following a busy legislative session. Governor Wes Moore, having reviewed hundreds of bills, approved a diverse array of new measures set to take effect starting January 1. In a move to enhance the safety of road construction zones, the Maryland Road Worker Protection Act is introducing tougher measures against speeding in such areas. The law now authorizes expanded use of speed cameras and establishes higher fines for traffic infractions within work … Read more