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NY A04719

Establishes the first responder epinephrine preparedness initiative (EPI) act, creating a first responder epinephrine access program; authorizes the commissioner of health to approve and implement a municipal epinephrine bulk purchase program; authorizes taxpayers to contribute a gift for municipal epinephrine bulk purchases; establishes a municipal epinephrine bulk purchase fund.


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Introduced
02/05/2025
In Committee
02/05/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the public health law, the tax law and the state finance law, in relation to establishing the "first responder epinephrine preparedness initiative (EPI) act"

AI Summary

This bill establishes the First Responder Epinephrine Preparedness Initiative (EPI) Act, which creates a comprehensive program to equip and train first responders to handle anaphylactic emergencies. The program requires eligible entities like ambulance services, fire departments, and police departments to train relevant employees in using epinephrine auto-injectors or syringe epinephrine kits to aid individuals experiencing severe allergic reactions. Participating entities must submit annual reports detailing their use of epinephrine devices, training, and associated costs. The bill also creates a municipal epinephrine bulk purchase fund, which can be supported by voluntary taxpayer contributions on both corporate and personal income tax returns. The fund will help municipalities purchase epinephrine at reduced prices for first responders. No for-profit entities are eligible to participate, and the commissioner of health will oversee the program, with the ability to grant waivers to entities that cannot afford participation. The program includes liability protections for first responders using the epinephrine devices and requires the commissioner to publish an annual report on the program's effectiveness and potential improvements.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

referred to health (on 02/05/2025)

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