Bill > SF3731

This bill expands protections for individuals who seek medical help during a drug-related overdose, aiming to prevent people from being arrested, charged, or prosecuted for certain drug offenses if their involvement stems from calling for assistance or being present during an overdose. It defines "bystander" broadly to include anyone in the vicinity of a suspected overdose and clarifies what constitutes a "drug-related overdose." Importantly, the bill introduces the concept of "excluded crimes," meaning that individuals involved in serious offenses like homicide, assault, sex crimes, or arson will not be granted immunity, even if they seek medical help. Furthermore, the bill amends existing law to prevent a child's physical, mental, or emotional condition from being considered neglected solely due to a parent's actions related to seeking medical assistance for an overdose, unless there's clear evidence of imminent harm to the child.

Health and Social Services

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/SF/3731/