Bill > S07508

This bill requires health care professionals to prescribe an opioid antagonist (a medication that can rapidly reverse opioid overdose, such as naloxone) whenever they prescribe an opioid medication. The bill changes existing law by replacing permissive language ("may") with mandatory language ("shall"), meaning healthcare providers will now be legally required to prescribe an opioid antagonist alongside any opioid prescription. Additionally, the bill mandates that healthcare professionals discuss the dangers of opioid addiction with patients in a manner consistent with regulations set by the state's health commissioner. This legislation aims to help prevent opioid overdose deaths by ensuring patients who are prescribed potentially addictive opioid medications also receive a life-saving antagonist and are educated about the risks of addiction. The bill will take effect 30 days after becoming law, with immediate authorization for developing necessary regulations.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7508