NJ A2124

Public and private New Jersey colleges and universities must obtain and maintain opioid antidotes (such as naloxone/Narcan) in secure, accessible campus locations under this legislation.

Each institution must designate a licensed campus medical professional (physician, physician assistant, advanced practice nurse, or registered nurse) to oversee the opioid antidote program.

Trained volunteer employees may administer opioid antidotes when a licensed medical professional is not present at the scene of a suspected overdose.

All overdose victims must be transported to a hospital emergency room by emergency services even after antidote administration and symptoms appear resolved.

The bill provides liability protection for campus medical professionals, trained employees, pharmacists, and prescribers acting in good faith, and takes effect four months after enactment.