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MA H1962
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
John Rogers
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AI Summary
- Police officers who seek medical assistance for someone experiencing an anaphylactic reaction cannot be charged with controlled substance possession if the evidence was obtained as a result of seeking that assistance
- Individuals experiencing anaphylactic reactions who seek or receive good faith medical assistance are similarly protected from controlled substance possession charges
- Police officers acting in good faith may receive, possess, and administer epinephrine autoinjectors to individuals appearing to experience anaphylactic reactions
- Officers are shielded from civil liability for administering epinephrine unless their conduct is willful, wanton, or reckless
- Protections do not apply to charges for trafficking, distribution, or possession with intent to distribute controlled substances
Legislative Description
Relative to police use of epinephrine autoinjectors
Last Action
Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order
10/20/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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