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NJ A3067
Bill
Status
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Don Guardian
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AI Summary
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Authorizes individuals with a valid prescription for an epinephrine auto-injector (EpiPen) to administer the device to anyone appearing to suffer from anaphylaxis or other serious conditions treatable with epinephrine
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Extends authorization to parents who possess an auto-injector prescribed for their minor child to use the device on others in emergencies
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Provides civil liability protection for individuals who administer epinephrine in good faith and without charging a fee under their personal prescription
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Amends the existing "Epinephrine Access and Emergency Treatment Act" (P.L.2015, c.215) which previously only authorized administration by those who completed an approved educational program
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Liability protection excludes cases involving willful misconduct, gross negligence, or recklessness
Legislative Description
Extends "Epinephrine Access and Emergency Treatment Act" to include administration of epinephrine auto-injector devices by individuals in possession of devices pursuant to personal prescriptions.
Health
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee
1/9/2024