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NE LB5
Bill
Status
1/9/2025
Primary Sponsor
Carolyn Bosn
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AI Summary
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Expands the definition of "opioid antagonist" from only naloxone hydrochloride to include any opioid antagonist approved by the FDA for emergency reversal of known or suspected opioid overdose
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Provides immunity from administrative action and criminal prosecution for health professionals who prescribe, administer, or dispense opioid antagonists when acting with reasonable care
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Protects family members, friends, school personnel, and other bystanders from criminal prosecution and credentialing actions when they obtain and administer opioid antagonists in good faith to someone experiencing an overdose
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Shields emergency responders and peace officers from administrative action, criminal prosecution, and personal civil liability when administering opioid antagonists obtained from their organizations, except in cases of willful, wanton, or grossly negligent conduct
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Amends Section 28-470 of the Revised Statutes to replace specific references to "naloxone" with the broader term "opioid antagonist" throughout the statute
Legislative Description
Provide immunity for administration of naloxone or other federally approved opioid antagonists
Last Action
Title printed. Carryover bill
1/7/2026