New York bill A06481 amends the public health law to allow certain persons to leave opioid antagonists at the site of a known or suspected opioid.

New York bill A06481 amends the public health law to expand the circumstances under which opioid antagonists can be left at the site of a known or suspected opioid overdose. Specifically, the bill allows certain persons to leave behind opioid antagonists at such locations. It also clarifies that the use or distribution of an opioid antagonist in these circumstances is considered first aid or emergency treatment for liability purposes. The changes are set to take effect immediately upon enactment.

New York bill A06481 amends the public health law to allow certain persons to leave opioid antagonists at the site of a known or suspected opioid.

New York bill A06481 amends the public health law to expand the circumstances under which opioid antagonists can be left at the site of a known or suspected opioid overdose. Specifically, the bill allows certain persons to leave behind opioid antagonists at such locations. It also clarifies that the use or distribution of an opioid antagonist in these circumstances is considered first aid or emergency treatment for liability purposes. The changes are set to take effect immediately upon enactment.