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NJ A449

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Michael Venezia

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires New Jersey institutions of higher education to place automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in unlocked locations in each athletic facility and student center, accessible during normal operating hours and within reasonable proximity of athletic fields.

  • Mandates at least two staff members trained in CPR and AED use be present in athletic facilities and student centers during operating hours.

  • Requires institutions to obtain and maintain naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray supplies near AED locations in secure, easily accessible locations with identifying signs for responding to opioid overdose emergencies.

  • Institutions must designate a licensed campus medical professional to oversee the naloxone program and designate community members authorized to administer it.

  • Provides civil liability immunity for institutions, staff, medical professionals, and pharmacists involved in good faith AED use and naloxone administration under this act.

Legislative Description

Requires institutions of higher education to have automatic external defibrillator on premises and maintain supply of naloxone hydrochloride.

Higher Education

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Higher Education1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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