HF 981

Introduction - 94th Legislature (2025 - 2026)

Posted on 02/17/2025 02:51 p.m.

A bill for an act
relating to health; appropriating money for opioid prevention and education.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:

Section 1. new text begin APPROPRIATION; CHANGE THE OUTCOME ONGOING FUNDING.
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new text begin $500,000 in fiscal year 2026 and $500,000 in fiscal year 2027 are appropriated from the
general fund to the commissioner of health for a grant to Change the Outcome to provide:
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new text begin (1) data-centered learning opportunities on the dangers of opioid use in middle and high
schools and communities in Minnesota;
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new text begin (2) instruction on prevention strategies, assessing personal risk, and how to recognize
overdose;
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new text begin (3) information on emerging drug trends including but not limited to fentanyl, xylazine,
and pressed pills; and
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new text begin (4) access to resources, including support for those struggling with substance use
disorders.
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