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NJ S2031
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Vincent Polistina
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AI Summary
- New Jersey public and independent colleges and universities must obtain and maintain opioid antidotes (such as naloxone/Narcan) in secure, easily accessible locations on campus
- Each institution must designate a licensed campus medical professional (physician, physician assistant, advanced practice nurse, or registered nurse) to oversee the opioid antidote program
- Volunteer employees may be trained and designated to administer opioid antidotes when no medical professional is physically present at the scene
- Overdose victims must be transported to a hospital emergency room by emergency services personnel after receiving an antidote, even if symptoms appear resolved
- Licensed campus medical professionals, trained employees, pharmacists, and prescribers acting in good faith are granted immunity from liability under the bill
Legislative Description
Requires institutions of higher education to maintain supply of opioid antidotes and permits emergency administration of opioid antidote by campus medical professional or trained employee.
Higher Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Higher Eduction1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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