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NJ S3664

NJ S3664
Clarifies authorization for any person or entity to distribute opioid antidotes.


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Introduced
09/26/2024
In Committee
09/26/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

The bill clarifies that the standing order authorizing any person or entity to distribute opioid antidotes under current law is to authorize the distribution of any opioid antidote approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration. The bill provides that any program approved by the State for the distribution of opioid antidotes will be authorized to distribute any opioid antidote approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration.

AI Summary

This bill clarifies that the standing order authorizing any person or entity to distribute opioid antidotes under current law applies to any opioid antidote approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The bill also states that any program approved by the State for the distribution of opioid antidotes will be authorized to distribute any opioid antidote approved by the FDA. The bill aims to ensure that a wide range of approved opioid antidotes can be distributed to address the ongoing opioid overdose crisis.

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 09/26/2024)

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