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NJ S3287

NJ S3287
Requires institutions of higher education to maintain supply and develop policy governing use of naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray for opioid overdose emergencies.


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Introduced
10/31/2022
In Committee
12/21/2023
Crossed Over
01/08/2024
Passed
01/08/2024
Dead
Vetoed
01/16/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Requires institutions of higher education to maintain supply and develop policy governing use of naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray for opioid overdose emergencies.

AI Summary

This bill requires institutions of higher education to maintain a supply of naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray, a medication used to treat opioid overdoses, and develop a policy for its emergency administration on campus. The policy must designate a licensed medical professional to oversee the program, allow certain designated members of the campus community to administer the medication, and require transportation of overdose victims to a hospital. The Secretary of Higher Education, in consultation with the Commissioner of Human Services and medical experts, will establish guidelines for the policy. The bill also provides immunity from liability for good faith actions related to the administration of naloxone.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Education

Sponsors (7)

Last Action

Pocket Veto - Bills not Acted on by Governor-end of Session (on 01/16/2024)

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