Senate, May 16, 2024 -- The committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1255) of Edward J. Kennedy for legislation to enhance patient education and informed consent before issuance of opioids; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1272) of Walter F. Timilty for legislation relative to non-opioid alternatives in pain treatment, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2786).