§ 20-30 — Opioid prevention and abuse; public awareness website

Illinois § 20-30

• Jurisdiction: Illinois
• Topic: GOVERNMENT
• Ch. 20: EXECUTIVE BRANCH
• Act 20 ILCS 301/: Substance Use Disorder Act.
• Art.: Article 20 - Education, Prevention And Early Intervention Programs

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The Department shall create and maintain a website to educate the public on heroin and prescription opioid abuse. At a minimum, the website shall include: (1) information on the warning signs of heroin and prescription opioid addiction; (2) helpful hints for parents on how to discuss the dangers of heroin and prescription opioid addiction with their children; (3) information on available treatment options and services; (4) a listing of the toll-free number established by the Department to provide information and referral services for persons with questions concerning substance abuse and treatment; and (5) links to flyers and resources for download. The Department shall adopt any rules necessary to implement the provisions of this Section.

Legislative History

(Source: P.A. 100-494, eff. 6-1-18 .)