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PA HB475

PA HB475
Further providing for drug overdose response immunity.


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Introduced
02/12/2019
In Committee
02/12/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

2019-2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for drug overdose response immunity.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act to further provide for drug overdose response immunity. Specifically, it states that a person experiencing a drug overdose event may not be charged and shall be immune from prosecution if another person who has probable cause to be charged with an offense or a violation of parole or probation transported or reported and remained with the person experiencing the overdose. This provides additional legal protections for individuals who seek help for someone experiencing a drug overdose.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (17)

Last Action

Referred to JUDICIARY (on 02/12/2019)

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