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NY A09882

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

4/26/2024

Primary Sponsor

John McDonald

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Origin

Assembly

2023-2024 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Public Health Law Section 3351 to permit advanced emergency medical technicians (AEMTs) to order controlled substances for individuals with substance use disorders experiencing acute withdrawal symptoms
  • Changes terminology from "an addict" to "a person with a substance use disorder" to reflect current medical language
  • Expands authorized personnel who may administer withdrawal relief medications to include AEMTs, in addition to practitioners and registered nurses
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Allows advanced emergency medical technicians to order certain controlled substances for use by a person with a substance use disorder to relieve acute withdrawal symptoms.

Last Action

print number 9882a

5/28/2024

Committee Referrals

Health4/26/2024

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