Bill > LB195

This bill expands legal protections for individuals and professionals who obtain and administer opioid overdose reversal medications like naloxone and nalmefene during potential overdose situations. The legislation provides immunity from criminal prosecution, administrative action, and civil liability for health professionals, family members, friends, school personnel, emergency responders, and law enforcement personnel who obtain and administer these medications in good faith. The bill broadens the definition of "opioid overdose reversal medication" to include any FDA-approved lifesaving medication for reversing opioid overdoses, whether obtained by prescription, from a health professional, or over the counter. This means that more people can legally help someone experiencing an opioid overdose without fear of legal consequences, as long as they act reasonably and in good faith. The bill aims to increase access to and use of overdose reversal medications, which can be critical in saving lives during an opioid overdose emergency, by removing potential legal barriers that might discourage people from providing immediate assistance.

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