Revision: June 5, 2025, 8:47 a.m.
Sen. McGough, Dist 11
June 4, 2025
2025-2706s
07/08
Floor Amendment to HB 2-FN-A-LOCAL
Amend RSA 12-J:2-a as inserted by section 311 of the bill by replacing it with the following:
12-J:2-a Definition of Harm Reduction. For the purposes of this chapter, RSA 126-A, RSA 318-B:43, RSA 328-D:3, and RSA 329:16-g, "harm reduction" is an approach that emphasizes engaging directly with people who use alcohol and other drugs to prevent overdose and infectious disease transmission, improve the physical, mental, and social function of those served, and offer low-threshold options for accessing substance use disorder treatment and other health care services. Harm reduction shall be balanced by the imperative to protect society from the ravages of alcohol or drug misuse.