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NJ A4883
Bill
Status
10/17/2024
Primary Sponsor
Margie Donlon
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AI Summary
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Clarifies that the Commissioner of Health's standing order authorizing opioid antidote distribution applies to any FDA-approved opioid antidote, not just specific formulations
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Authorizes any State-approved opioid antidote distribution program to distribute any FDA-approved opioid antidote
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Maintains existing provisions allowing any person or entity to receive opioid antidotes through individual prescriptions, standing orders, or pharmacy dispensing
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Preserves immunity from criminal, civil, and professional disciplinary liability for prescribers, pharmacists, and recipients who dispense, distribute, or administer opioid antidotes in good faith
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Allows recipients to distribute opioid antidotes without fee to individuals at risk of overdose or those positioned to administer the antidote to someone experiencing an overdose
Legislative Description
Clarifies authorization for any person or entity to distribute opioid antidotes.
Health
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee
10/17/2024