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MA S1431

MA S1431
Resolve establishing a special commission to broaden the availability of naloxone


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd 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 on broadening the availability of naloxone, a medication used to reverse opioid overdoses, without a prescription. The commission will include representatives from the state government, healthcare providers, pharmacies, 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, with a report due by May 1, 2023.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2692 (on 02/14/2022)

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