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MI SB0578
Bill
AI Summary
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Expands standing order authority for opioid antagonist distribution to include community-based organizations and their staff members, in addition to pharmacists.
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Extends liability protections to community-based organizations and their staff who distribute opioid antagonists under a standing order issued by the chief medical executive.
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Changes the department's rulemaking authority from mandatory ("shall") to discretionary ("may") regarding dispensing, training, distribution, and referral procedures.
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Defines "community-based organization" as public or private entities providing health or human services, including nonprofits, social service providers, and substance use disorder prevention or treatment organizations, excluding certain state agencies.
Legislative Description
Controlled substances: opioids; distribution of opioid antagonists by community-based organizations under a standing order; allow. Amends sec. 17744e of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.17744e).
State agencies (existing): licensing and regulatory affairs
Last Action
Referred To Second Reading
6/30/2022