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NY A09789
Bill
Status
Introduced
4/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Matthew Slater
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AI Summary
- Expands the definition of "entity" authorized to distribute opioid antagonists to include law enforcement agencies and emergency medical services providers
- Permits opioid antagonist recipients to distribute antagonists either directly to a person or by leaving them behind at the location of a known or suspected opioid overdose
- Extends liability protection under first aid and emergency treatment statutes to cover both use and distribution of opioid antagonists
- Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Permits certain persons to leave behind opioid antagonists at the location of a known or suspected opioid overdose.
Last Action
referred to health
4/9/2024
Committee Referrals
Health4/9/2024
Full Bill Text
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