Senator Vitale Will Reintroduce NJ Good Samaritan Bill

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Senator Vitale Will Reintroduce NJ Good Samaritan Bill

Senator Vitale Will Reintroduce NJ Good Samaritan Bill

After New Jersey governor Chris Christie vetoed the good samaritan bill, which would’ve granted immunity to 911 drug overdose calls, senator Joe Vitale has vowed to reintroduce it. The bill would’ve given immunity to friends and companions of drug users, removing the fear of prosecution if someone were to overdose. Supporters of the bill emphasized that it would save many lives, as drug overdose rates continue to climb. Governor Christie, however, said the bill was too broad and needed further investigation.

“This bill fails to carefully consider all the interests that must be balanced when crafting immunities,” said Governor Christie. Though the bill remains controversial, one thing everyone can agree on is that drug treatment is the best option for drug users trying to quit. This is true for cocaine, marijuana, heroin, meth, crack, prescription pills, or other drugs.  The tragic fact is that drug overdoses are relatively common, and becoming more and more so. Nobody wants to see any more people dead from overdoses.

If you think you or a loved one has drug problems, don’t wait for the overdose. Thankfully there are many excellent treatment plans available for dependence. Medications and cognitive-behavioral therapy have proven to be effective in treating drug problems. Addicts are often unable to cope with treatment on their own, or even with family members’ help, so it’s very important to find the right treatment center. At Seabrook, our treatment plans are customized to meet each individual patient’s needs, so you can rest assured that you’ll be getting the right remedy for yourself or for a loved one. Seabrook has rehabilitation centers in New Jersey (NJ), Pennsylvania (PA), and an outpatient center in New York (NY). Contact Seabrook today for any questions about drugs, addiction, and treatment.