Bill > S05900

This bill amends the mental hygiene law to address prescription opioid abuse by requiring the commissioner to identify counties with the most prevalent opioid abuse using available data, including information from the public health law. Once these counties are identified, pharmacists in those areas may be notified about the local prevalence of opioid abuse at the commissioner's discretion, in collaboration with the Department of Health. The bill encourages pharmacists and facilities that dispense prescription drugs to distribute educational materials about prescription drug misuse and addiction in the most affected counties. The goal is to raise awareness and provide information about the risks of prescription opioid abuse in areas where the problem is most significant. The legislation will take effect 60 days after becoming law, giving relevant agencies and pharmacists time to prepare for implementation.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5900