Bill > SB0317

This bill amends various sections of Utah law to standardize terminology related to opioids, primarily by replacing the term "opiate" with "opioid-like substance" or "opioid" where appropriate, and also updates definitions and reporting requirements related to opioid antagonists and substance use treatment. Key changes include updating definitions in statutes concerning controlled substances, health care, and professional licensing to reflect the new terminology, and ensuring that reporting requirements for county jails regarding prisoner withdrawal treatment and the availability of medications like methadone and buprenorphine align with these updated terms. The bill also clarifies provisions related to the prescribing, dispensing, and administration of opioid antagonists, ensuring that individuals and organizations involved in overdose prevention are covered by immunity from liability, and that health care providers are protected when acting in good faith. Additionally, it modifies language concerning the Opioid Overdose Outreach Pilot Program and related grant funding, as well as guidelines for coprescribing opioid antagonists and the content of educational pamphlets about opioid-like substances. The bill also makes technical corrections and coordination adjustments with other potential legislation.