An Act relative to drug induced homicide

Summary

The bill makes anyone who traffics or unlawfully distributes a Class A controlled substance that leads to a death eligible for up to life in prison, while shielding people who seek medical help for an overdose in good faith. It also establishes a permanent commission to monitor how drug‑induced homicide statutes are applied, ensure fair sentencing, and recommend improvements. The commission must submit regular reports to state leaders and the judiciary.

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