US: LAPPA’s New Initiative – Model Law Virtual Knowledge Labs

The Legislative Analysis and Public Policy Association (LAPPA) is excited to announce a new opportunity to engage with experts from around the country on a variety of topics ranging from overdose prevention to substance use during pregnancy.  Sponsored in partnership with the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, the Model Law Virtual Knowledge Labs are a virtual learning series that provides state and county leaders with an opportunity to deepen their awareness and understanding of how model laws can assist jurisdictions in addressing substance use disorders and concomitant issues.

The Model Law Knowledge Labs speakers will share insights into the key components of the model laws, demonstrate how states have used the model laws to increase access to treatment and reduce overdose deaths, and discuss how the model laws balance the needs of those in the public health and public safety fields with the unique nature of state legislative processes.

This will be a six-part series, with live discussions taking place throughout the summer and covering the following topics: Harm Reduction and Overdose Prevention; Substance Use During Pregnancy and Family Care Plan; Overdose Prevention and Treatment in Correctional Settings; Overdose Fatality Review; School-based Overdose Prevention; and Treatment in Emergency Department Settings.

Click here to learn more about the individual sessions and to register for the first session, “Harm Reduction and Overdose Prevention,” taking place on July 11th, at 2:00pm.