CT SB00408

Law enforcement units may require police officers to receive training in the use of opioid antagonists and cartridge injectors approved by the Department of Public Health.

Trained officers who complete such training are permitted to carry approved opioid antagonists and cartridge injectors for use in their duties.

Trained officers are granted immunity from liability for using opioid antagonists and epinephrine cartridge injectors, except in cases of willful, wanton misconduct, or gross negligence.

The Department of Public Health must identify and approve suitable opioid antagonists and cartridge injectors for police officer use, and distribute a list of approved products to all law enforcement units by October 1, 2020.

Section 52-557v is amended to include training in accordance with this act as a qualifying standard for immunity when using epinephrine cartridge injectors.