Illinois HB4865 mandates public higher education institutions to provide free fentanyl testing strips and optional drug overdose prevention.
Illinois HB4865 amends the Public Higher Education Act to require public institutions of higher education to offer fentanyl testing strips free of charge through various student services. These strips must be provided confidentially to any enrolled student upon request. Additionally, the bill allows these institutions to offer educational materials addressing drug overdose prevention. The provisions of this bill take effect on July 1, 2026.
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