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NY A04538
NY A04538Requires health care professionals to prescribe opioid antagonists when prescribing an opioid and discuss the dangers of opioid addiction with such patient in a manner consistent with regulations promulgated by the commissioner of health.
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Introduced
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
In Committee
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the public health law, in relation to requiring health care professionals to prescribe opioid antagonists when prescribing an opioid
AI Summary
This bill requires healthcare professionals to prescribe an opioid antagonist (a medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, such as naloxone) whenever they prescribe an opioid medication. The bill changes existing law by replacing the word "may" with "shall," making it mandatory for healthcare providers to prescribe an opioid antagonist along with any opioid prescription. Additionally, the healthcare professional must discuss the dangers of opioid addiction with the patient in a manner that follows regulations set by the health commissioner. This legislation aims to help prevent opioid overdoses by ensuring patients receiving opioid prescriptions are also equipped with a potentially life-saving medication and are informed about the risks of addiction. The bill will take effect 30 days after becoming law, and regulators are authorized to prepare necessary implementation guidelines in advance of the effective date.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
referred to health (on 02/04/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4538 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A04538&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A04538 |
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