Bill > SB450

This bill authorizes public libraries in Georgia to possess and administer opioid antagonists, which are drugs like naloxone that can reverse an opioid overdose. It defines an opioid antagonist as a federal Food and Drug Administration-approved drug that blocks the effects of opioids. The bill permits visitors and library employees to have these antagonists on library property, and requires libraries to maintain a supply of them, making reasonable efforts during shortages. Library personnel are authorized to administer an opioid antagonist to someone they believe is overdosing, and can carry one on their person. Importantly, library personnel are granted immunity from civil liability or professional discipline for good-faith actions related to administering or not administering an opioid antagonist, unless their conduct is willfully or wantonly reckless. Following administration, libraries must immediately call emergency medical services and notify the individual's emergency contact.

Government Affairs

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72714