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NJ A3800
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Aura Dunn
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AI Summary
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Public and private colleges and universities in New Jersey must maintain naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray supplies in secure, accessible locations throughout residence halls for opioid overdose emergencies.
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Licensed campus medical professionals (physicians, physician assistants, advanced practice nurses, or registered nurses) must oversee the naloxone program and may designate trained resident assistants to administer the nasal spray.
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Resident assistants must complete training on emergency naloxone administration protocols and overdose prevention information before being authorized to administer the medication.
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Overdose victims must be transported to a hospital emergency room by emergency services personnel after naloxone administration, even if symptoms appear resolved.
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Licensed campus medical professionals, resident assistants, pharmacists, and health care practitioners issuing standing orders receive liability immunity for good faith actions, excluding willful misconduct, gross negligence, or recklessness.
Legislative Description
Requires institutions of higher education to maintain supply of naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray for opioid overdose emergencies and permits emergency administration of naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray by licensed campus medical professionals and resident assistants.
Higher Education
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee
1/13/2026