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NY A06481
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Matthew Slater
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AI Summary
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Expands the definition of "entity" eligible to obtain and administer opioid antagonists to explicitly include law enforcement agencies and emergency medical services providers
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Authorizes opioid antagonist recipients to distribute the medication by leaving it behind at the location of a known or suspected opioid overdose, in addition to direct distribution
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Extends first aid/emergency treatment liability protections to cover the distribution of opioid antagonists, not just their use
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
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
1/7/2026
Committee Referrals
Health3/5/2025
Full Bill Text
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