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Policy & Politics New Jersey Senate Set to Consider Sterile Syringe ProgramJune 21, 2012 A Senate panel is expected to vote Thursday on a measure that would expand and make permanent New Jersey's sterile syringe program. The Bloodborne Disease Harm Reduction Act of 2006 is a demonstration program, permitting six cities to operate the needle-exchange programs; Atlantic City, Camden, Jersey City, Newark, and Patterson currently do so. The new legislation would authorize any municipality to operate an NEP, and it would appropriate $95,000 to fund it. The outreach has reduced HIV risks and boosted access to drug treatment and other services without increasing crime or drug use, a 2010 state report showed. Associated Press 06.21.2012  This article was provided by U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is a part of the publication CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update. Visit the CDC's website to find out more about their activities, publications and services.
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