Bill > A05892

This bill amends the New York Public Health Law to expand the ability of practitioners in institutional dispensers (like hospitals) to dispense controlled substances in emergency situations. Specifically, the bill removes a previous time limitation of 24 hours for dispensing controlled substances off-premises in an emergency and allows practitioners to dispense such substances as authorized by the federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for initiating maintenance or detoxification treatment. The bill also clarifies that practitioners can prescribe, administer, and dispense schedule III, IV, or V narcotic drugs specifically approved by the FDA for maintenance or detoxification treatment for individuals struggling with addiction. Additionally, the bill updates language related to the administration of methadone and other controlled substances for treating addiction, making provisions for interim treatment, withdrawal programs, and substance abuse treatment. These changes aim to provide more flexibility for healthcare practitioners in treating patients with substance use disorders and managing emergency medical situations involving controlled substances.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5892