A2278

Clarifies authorization for any person or entity to distribute opioid antidotes.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

Clarifies authorization for any person or entity to distribute opioid antidotes.

The bill amends existing law to clarify that any person or entity can distribute opioid antidotes without fee, provided they reasonably believe someone is experiencing an opioid overdose. It also ensures that prescribers, dispensers, and recipients of opioid antidotes are not subject to criminal or civil liability or professional disciplinary action for their actions in good faith. The bill specifies that any program approved by the State for the distribution of opioid antidotes can distribute any antidote approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration.

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Health Committee
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Sponsors

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History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee