NH committee hears testimony against involuntary admissions bill for people with substance use disorder Supporters and state officials urged caution on HB 17‑90 FN, saying evidence is mixed and New Hampshire lacks beds, staffing and funding; DHHS estimated construction of a 70‑bed facility at about $40 million and annual operating costs above $33 million. Advocates said voluntary, harm‑reduction services are more effective.

New Hampshire's lawmakers are divided over a controversial bill that could lead to involuntary commitment for those struggling with substance use disorder, with advocates urging a focus on voluntary treatment instead.

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3/9 Shaw credits his recovery to autonomy: "It wasn't until I actually had that opportunity to make those choices and not being told what to do, that's when my life changed."

Critics argue forced help undermines essential trust.
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"This is trauma": new B.C. involuntary care guidelines get cold reception New guidelines around involuntary care are receiving criticism from those who advocate for drug users and their families

"This is not #treatment, it is #trauma. The very‬ people that are being denied access to #voluntarytreatment and basic services will be traumatized even‬ further with #involuntarytreatment." #harmreduction @momsstoptheharm.bsky.social #BC #Canada www.vicnews.com/news/this-is...