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NJ S2551
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Declan O'Scanlon
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AI Summary
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Designated as "Anthony Maruca's Law," authorizes New Jersey police departments to obtain, maintain, and distribute epinephrine auto-injector devices to law enforcement officers for use during official duties
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Requires officers whose departments provide epinephrine devices to complete an approved educational program on emergency epinephrine administration and submit a certificate of completion to their employer
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Permits police departments to store epinephrine auto-injectors in vehicles or medical supply kits, following any standards established by the Commissioner of Health
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Applies to permanent full-time law enforcement officers who have completed Police Training Commission-approved training courses
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Takes effect on the first day of the sixth month following enactment
Legislative Description
Allows law enforcement agencies to distribute epinephrine to officers; requires training.
2nd Reading in the Senate
Last Action
Reported from Senate Committee, 2nd Reading
2/19/2026