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NJ A4883

NJ A4883
Clarifies authorization for any person or entity to distribute opioid antidotes.


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Introduced
10/17/2024
In Committee
10/17/2024
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 the distribution of opioid antidotes under current law applies to any opioid antidote approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The bill states that any program approved by the State for the distribution of opioid antidotes will be authorized to distribute any FDA-approved opioid antidote. This provides more flexibility in the types of opioid antidotes that can be distributed to address the opioid overdose crisis.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee (on 10/17/2024)

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