Bill > SB89

This bill amends the Overdose Mapping Act to expand and clarify the Overdose Information Network (ODIN), focusing on improving overdose reporting requirements for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) providers. The bill broadens the definition of "authorized users" to explicitly include law enforcement officers, EMS providers, and other permitted users who are required to report overdoses. It also expands the definition of "information technology platform" to include the overdose information network, other approved platforms for real-time overdose reporting, and patient care data collection systems. The bill introduces new requirements for EMS providers to report overdose incidents within 72 hours, mandating documentation of specific details such as the date, time, location, substances involved, overdose reversal drug administration, and whether the overdose was fatal or nonfatal. The Department of Health is now tasked with coordinating the transfer of overdose information into the network and ensuring that multiple reports about the same incident are properly identified. These changes aim to create a more comprehensive and efficient system for tracking and understanding overdose incidents across Pennsylvania. The bill will take effect six months after its passage.

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