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NJ A3655
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Don Guardian
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AI Summary
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Authorizes individuals with a valid epinephrine auto-injector prescription (for themselves or their minor child) to administer the device to any person experiencing anaphylaxis or other serious conditions treatable with epinephrine
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Extends civil liability protections to prescription holders who administer epinephrine to others in good faith and without charging a fee
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Amends the existing "Epinephrine Access and Emergency Treatment Act" (P.L.2015, c.215) which currently only authorizes epinephrine administration by those who complete a state-approved educational program
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Good faith protections do not apply in cases of willful misconduct, gross negligence, or recklessness
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
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
1/13/2026