LB195

Provide immunity for administration of naloxone, nalmefene, or other federally approved opioid overdose reversal medications

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Nebraska LB195 provides immunity from prosecution for administering opioid overdose reversal medications.

Nebraska LB195 amends the Uniform Controlled Substances Act to provide immunity from administrative, criminal, and civil actions for health professionals, emergency responders, and others administering opioid overdose reversal medications. This immunity applies to those acting in good faith and with reasonable care. The bill also updates definitions related to opioid overdose reversal medications and clarifies the scope of immunity for peace officers and law enforcement employees.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

47 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Absent

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Calendar

Jan 23, 2025

1:30 PM

Hearing

Jan 23, 2025

1:30 PM

Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 8, 2025

Legislature

Approved by Governor on April 7, 2025

Apr 3, 2025

Legislature

Passed on Final Reading 47-0-2

Apr 3, 2025

Legislature

President/Speaker signed