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MA S1257

Resolve establishing a special commission to broaden the availability of naloxone


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish a special commission to broaden the availability of naloxone. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a special commission to study and develop recommendations to broaden the availability of naloxone, a medication used to reverse opioid overdoses, without the need for a prescription. The commission will include representatives from the state government, health and pharmacy sectors, and the general public impacted by the opioid epidemic. The commission is tasked with examining the standing order and collaborative practice agreement processes and providing legislative recommendations, if necessary, to enhance access to naloxone. The commission is required to submit its findings and proposed legislation to the state legislature by May 1, 2021.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2547 (on 02/20/2020)

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