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NJ S1854
NJ S1854Permits corrections officers, firefighters, and police officers to administer epinephrine auto-injector device.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill clarifies existing law to expressly permit corrections officers, firefighters, and police officers to administer an epinephrine auto-injector device. Under the bill, any person, including a county or State corrections officer, firefighter, or police officer, who has successfully completed an educational program approved by the Commissioner of Health to administer an epinephrine auto-injector device is to be issued a certificate of completion, which is to authorize the person to administer, maintain, and dispose of an epinephrine auto-injector device. The bill defines "firefighter" to mean a firefighter who is employed by or who volunteers for a public fire department. "Police officer" means a State, county, or municipal police officer.
AI Summary
This bill clarifies existing law to explicitly allow corrections officers, firefighters, and police officers to administer an epinephrine auto-injector device, which is a medical tool used to treat severe allergic reactions. Under this bill, any corrections officer (working for a county or the State), firefighter (employed by or volunteering for a public fire department), or police officer (at the State, county, or municipal level) who completes an approved training program will receive a certificate. This certificate will authorize them to use, store, and properly dispose of an epinephrine auto-injector device, making them equipped to respond to emergencies involving severe allergies.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee (on 01/09/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S1854 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S2000/1854_I1.HTM |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S2000/1854_I1.HTM |
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