Controlled substances: other; opioid antagonist policy; require schools to implement in certain circumstances. Amends sec. 1178 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1178) & adds sec. 1179c. TIE BAR WITH: SB 405'25
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Overview
This bill requires Michigan schools to have a policy and trained staff for administering opioid antagonists, such as naloxone, in response to potential opioid overdoses. It mandates that schools notify parents or guardians when an antagonist is administered and require calling 911 in suspected overdose situations. The state will provide opioid antagonists to schools at no cost, and school employees must be trained in their proper use.
Key provisions
- Schools must develop and implement a policy for administering opioid antagonists.
- School personnel must be trained in the appropriate use and administration of opioid antagonists.
- Schools must notify parents or guardians when an antagonist is administered.
- Schools must call 9-1-1 in suspected opioid-related overdoses.
- The state will provide opioid antagonists to schools at no cost.
- ‘Opioid antagonist’ is defined as naloxone hydrochloride or similar FDA-approved drugs.
- ‘Opioid-related overdose’ is defined to include specific medical symptoms and outcomes.
- A school employee is not liable for administering an opioid antagonist unless it’s due to gross negligence or willful misconduct.
Who is affected
- Public schools
- School districts
- School administrators
- Teachers
- Students
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